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35 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Hays, Anesthesiologist in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Richard Hays, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Hays graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Hays is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hays’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hays’s office.
Where did Dr. Hays go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Family Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Hays board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hays, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hays speak?
Dr. Hays and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hays typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hays 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. Hays. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Both Ear Canals Narrowing from Inflammation or Infection
- Ear Disorder
- Bilateral Inflammatory Ear Canal Stenosis
- Bilateral Infectious Ear Canal Constriction
- Blocked Ear Canals from Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- H61323: Acquired stenosis of external ear canal secondary to inflammation and infection, bilateral
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hays typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hays 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. Hays. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Hays accept my insurance?
Dr. Hays 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. Hays accept in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Hays in Daly City, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hays' office located?
What is Dr. Hays's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215974316.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hays?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hays
What is Dr. Richard Hays's specialty?
Dr. Hays is a Anesthesiologist near Daly City, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Richard Hays affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hays 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
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Is Richard Hays accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hays is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Hays offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hays's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Hays?
Please contact Dr. Hays's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hays have?
Dr. Richard Hays is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Family Medicine.
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