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Dr. Amy Rico, MD

Augusta, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rico, Hospitalist in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Amy Rico, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Rico graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Rico is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rico’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rico’s office at (207) 626-1000.

    Where did Dr. Rico go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Family Medicine | University Of Az College Of Med | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico | University of New Mexico School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rico board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Rico, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rico speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rico typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rico 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. Rico. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rico typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Rico may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rico's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rico accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rico accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 626-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rico accept in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Rico in Augusta, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rico's office located?

    Dr. Amy Rico's Primary Practice

    35 Medical Center Pkwy

    Augusta, ME 04330

    (207) 626-1000

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    Dr. Amy Rico's Practice 2

    6 E Chestnut St

    Augusta, ME 04330

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rico affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rico has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Franklin Memorial Hospital,Farmington, ME
    Redington-Fairview General Hospital,Skowhegan, ME

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

    Dr. Rico's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841238730.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rico?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Rico's specialty?

    Dr. Rico is a Hospitalist near Augusta, ME.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Amy Rico affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rico is affiliated with Mainegeneral Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. Amy Rico accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Rico is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Rico offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rico's office at (207) 626-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Rico?

    Please contact Dr. Rico's office at (207) 626-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rico's office located?

    Dr. Rico's office is located in Augusta, ME.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Rico have?

    Dr. Amy Rico is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.