Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wachs, Allergist & Immunologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Is Dr. Wachs board certified as an Allergist & Immunologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wachs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Wachs speak?
Dr. Wachs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Wachs typically treat?
As an Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Wachs 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. Wachs. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Pet Allergy
- Allergy
- Animal dander allergy
- Cat allergy
- Dog allergy
- Allergic rhinitis from pets
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3081: Allergic rhinitis due to animal (cat) (dog) hair and dander
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Hives
- Hives
- Hives of unknown cause
- Spontaneous urticaria
- Persistent welts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L501: Idiopathic urticaria
Also known as:
- Sneezing
- Allergy
- Common Cold
- Hay Fever
- Allergic sneezing
- Frequent sneezing
- Rhinitis symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R067: Sneezing
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
What procedures does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Wachs typically perform?
As an Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Wachs 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. Wachs. 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:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Wachs accept my insurance?
Dr. Wachs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 883-2574 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wachs accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Wachs in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wachs' office located?
Dr. Richard Wachs' Primary Practice
4901 Lang Ave NE Ste 100
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-2574
What hospitals are Dr. Wachs affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wachs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Wachs?
Dr. Wachs has appointments available at his Albuquerque, NM office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Wachs's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wachs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619922622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wachs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wachs