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Dr. Richard Wiltse, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Paris, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiltse, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Paris, TX?

    Dr. Richard Wiltse, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Paris, TX. Dr. Wiltse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiltse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiltse’s office at (903) 785-4521.

    What languages does Dr. Wiltse speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wiltse 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. Wiltse. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wiltse may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wiltse accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiltse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 785-4521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiltse accept in Paris, TX?

    Dr. Wiltse in Paris, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Oklahoma

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wiltse's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wiltse's Primary Practice

    865 Deshong Dr

    Paris, TX 75460

    (903) 785-4521

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

    Dr. Wiltse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265669352.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiltse?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wiltse's specialty?

    Dr. Wiltse is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Paris, TX.

    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. Richard Wiltse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiltse is affiliated with Paris Regional Health, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Summit Medical Center - Edmond, Ok, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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. Richard Wiltse accepting new patients in Paris, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Wiltse offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiltse's office at (903) 785-4521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wiltse's office at (903) 785-4521 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiltse's office located?

    Dr. Wiltse's office is located in Paris, TX.