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Dr. Ricardo Salinas

Anesthesiologist

McAllen, TX

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salinas, Anesthesiologist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Ricardo Salinas is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Salinas graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program, and is currently affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Dr. Salinas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salinas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salinas’s office at (956) 362-6020.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    What languages does Dr. Salinas speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Salinas typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Salinas 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. Salinas. 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:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    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:

    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Salinas typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Salinas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Salinas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-6020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salinas accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Salinas in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Salinas' office located?

    Rio Grande Regional Hospital

    101 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (956) 362-6020

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

    Dr. Salinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346285384.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salinas?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Salinas's specialty?

    Dr. Salinas is an Anesthesiologist near McAllen, TX.

    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 Dr. Ricardo Salinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salinas is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital 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 Dr. Ricardo Salinas accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Salinas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Salinas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salinas' office at (956) 362-6020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Salinas?

    Please contact Dr. Salinas' office at (956) 362-6020 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salinas' office located?

    Dr. Salinas' office is located in McAllen, TX.