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35 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Ripkey, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Ripkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ripkey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ripkey’s office.
Is Dr. Ripkey board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ripkey speak?
Dr. Ripkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ripkey typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ripkey 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. Ripkey. 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 Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ripkey typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey may include:
Please contact Dr. Ripkey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ripkey accept my insurance?
Dr. Ripkey 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. Ripkey accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Ripkey in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ripkey's office located?
What is Dr. Ripkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ripkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235319070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ripkey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ripkey
What is Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey's specialty?
Dr. Ripkey is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chesapeake, VA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ripkey 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Elizabeth Ripkey accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ripkey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Ripkey?
Please contact Dr. Ripkey's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey have?
Dr. Elizabeth Ripkey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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MF
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RB
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HF
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2145 S Military Hwy
Chesapeake, VA 23320