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Dr. Joseph Riggio, MD

Dr. Joseph Riggio, MD

Newport Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riggio, Anesthesiologist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Riggio, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Riggio graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Riggio is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggio’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggio’s office at (949) 764-6954.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | La Co Genl Hosp | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Riggio board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Riggio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Riggio speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Riggio treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Riggio 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. Riggio. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does Dr. Riggio perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Riggio 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. Riggio. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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

    Does Dr. Riggio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riggio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 764-6954 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riggio accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Riggio in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CalOptima

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Riggio's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Riggio's Primary Practice

    1 Hoag Dr

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 764-6954

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

    Dr. Riggio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982644605.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggio?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Riggio's specialty?

    Dr. Riggio is a Anesthesiologist near Newport Beach, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Riggio to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Riggio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riggio is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Orthopaedic Institute 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Joseph Riggio accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Riggio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Riggio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riggio's office at (949) 764-6954 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Riggio?

    Please contact Dr. Riggio's office at (949) 764-6954 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Riggio have?

    Dr. Joseph Riggio is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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