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Dr. Richard Applegate, MD

Anesthesiologist

Loma Linda, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Applegate, Anesthesiologist in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Richard Applegate, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Applegate completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Anesthesiology Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Applegate is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Applegate’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Applegate’s office at (909) 558-4000.

    Where did Dr. Applegate go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Anesthesiology Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Applegate board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Applegate, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Applegate speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Applegate typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Applegate 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. Applegate. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Applegate typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Applegate may include:

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

    Does Dr. Applegate accept my insurance?

    Dr. Applegate accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Applegate accept in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Applegate in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Applegate's office located?

    Dr. Richard Applegate's Primary Practice

    11234 Anderson St

    Loma Linda, CA 92350

    (909) 558-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Applegate affiliated with?

    Dr. Applegate has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Medical Center,Loma Linda, CA
    Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital,Loma Linda, CA

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

    Dr. Applegate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528089075.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Applegate?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Applegate's specialty?

    Dr. Applegate is an Anesthesiologist near Loma Linda, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Richard Applegate affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Applegate is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Richard Applegate accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Applegate is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Applegate offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Applegate's office at (909) 558-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Applegate?

    Please contact Dr. Applegate's office at (909) 558-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Applegate's office located?

    Dr. Applegate's office is located in Loma Linda, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Applegate have?

    Dr. Richard Applegate is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.