38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Slater, Family Medicine Specialist in Soledad, CA?
Dr. Richard Slater, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Soledad, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Slater graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Natividad Medical Center Program. Dr. Slater is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slater’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slater’s office at (831) 678-8899.
Where did Dr. Slater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Natividad Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Slater board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slater, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slater speak?
Dr. Slater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Slater typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Slater 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. Slater. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Slater typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Slater may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Slater's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Slater accept my insurance?
Dr. Slater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 678-8899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slater accept in Soledad, CA?
Dr. Slater in Soledad, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slater's office located?
Dr. Richard Slater's Primary Practice
2524 H Dela Rosa SR St
Soledad, CA 93960
(831) 678-8899
What is Dr. Slater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366488694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slater
What is Dr. Richard Slater's specialty?
Dr. Slater is a Family Medicine Specialist near Soledad, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Richard Slater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Slater is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mee Memorial Hospital, Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Slater accepting new patients in Soledad, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Slater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (831) 678-8899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Slater?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (831) 678-8899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Slater have?
Dr. Richard Slater is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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