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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rios, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Alexander Rios, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rios is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rios’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rios’s office at (570) 829-8111.
What languages does Dr. Rios speak?
Dr. Rios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rios typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rios 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. Rios. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rios typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Rios may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rios' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rios accept my insurance?
Dr. Rios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 829-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rios accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Rios in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Jefferson Health
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Risant Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rios' office located?
Dr. Alexander Rios' Primary Practice
575 N River St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
(570) 829-8111
What is Dr. Rios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548550619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rios
What is Dr. Alexander Rios's specialty?
Dr. Rios is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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 this Dr. Alexander Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rios is affiliated with Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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
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Is Alexander Rios accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Rios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Rios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rios's office at (570) 829-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Rios?
Please contact Dr. Rios's office at (570) 829-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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