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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ricke, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Anderson, IN?
Dr. Benjamin Ricke, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Anderson, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ricke is currently affiliated with Community Hospital Of Anderson and Methodist Hospital Room B401. Dr. Ricke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricke’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ricke speak?
Dr. Ricke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricke typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ricke 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. Ricke. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricke typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Ricke 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. Ricke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ricke accept my insurance?
Dr. Ricke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ricke accept in Anderson, IN?
Dr. Ricke in Anderson, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Health Care Network
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
SIHO Holding
Southeastern Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ricke's office located?
Methodist Hospital Room B401
I-65 At 21st Street Methodist Hospital Room B401
Indianapolis, IN 46206
What is Dr. Ricke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ricke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447457767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ricke
What is Dr. Benjamin Ricke's specialty?
Dr. Ricke is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Anderson, IN.
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. Benjamin Ricke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ricke is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Benjamin Ricke accepting new patients in Anderson, IN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ricke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Ricke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ricke's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Ricke?
Please contact Dr. Ricke's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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