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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nguyen, Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Richard Nguyen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Nguyen completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (206) 364-0500.
Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Nguyen may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 364-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nguyen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other PACE
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376581256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Richard Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen is a Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA.
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 Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Richard Nguyen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (206) 364-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (206) 364-0500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Nguyen have?
Dr. Richard Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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