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Dr. Nina Riggins, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Riggins, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Nina Riggins, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Riggins is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggins’s office at (415) 353-8393.

    Is Dr. Riggins board certified as a Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Nina Riggins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Riggins speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Riggins typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Riggins 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. Riggins. 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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Riggins typically perform?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Riggins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Riggins. 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:

    • Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block
    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • SPG Block
    • Nasal Ganglion Block
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia

    CPT Codes:

    • 64505: Injection, anesthetic agent; sphenopalatine ganglion
    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Riggins accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Riggins' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Riggins' office located?

    Dr. Nina Riggins' Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (415) 353-8393

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

    Dr. Riggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568655264.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggins?

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

    What is Dr. Nina Riggins's specialty?

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is Dr. Nina Riggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Riggins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nina Riggins accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nina Riggins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nina Riggins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riggins' office at (415) 353-8393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nina Riggins?

    Please contact Dr. Riggins' office at (415) 353-8393 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Riggins' office located?

    Dr. Riggins' office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nina Riggins have?

    Dr. Nina Riggins is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.