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Dr. John Wiggins, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiggins, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. John Wiggins, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wiggins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiggins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiggins’s office at (804) 828-0996.

    What languages does Dr. Wiggins speak?

    Dr. Wiggins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wiggins typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wiggins diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wiggins. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wiggins typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Wiggins may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wiggins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wiggins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiggins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-0996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiggins accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Wiggins in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Wiggins' office located?

    Emergency Medicine Division Of Ultrasound

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

    (804) 828-0996

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    Dr. John Wiggins' Practice 2

    1755 N Mecklenburg Ave

    South Hill, VA 23970

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    Dr. John Wiggins' Practice 3

    2495 Pocahontas Trl

    Quinton, VA 23141

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    What is Dr. Wiggins's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wiggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245765247.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiggins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiggins

    What is Dr. John Wiggins's specialty?

    Dr. Wiggins is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Wiggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiggins is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Hca Chippenham Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. John Wiggins accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. John Wiggins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Wiggins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiggins' office at (804) 828-0996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Wiggins?

    Please contact Dr. Wiggins' office at (804) 828-0996 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiggins' office located?

    Dr. Wiggins' offices are located in Richmond, VA, South Hill, VA, and Quinton, VA.