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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kucera, Specialist in Latrobe, PA?
Dr. Richard Kucera, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Latrobe, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Kucera graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kucera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kucera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kucera’s office.
Where did Dr. Kucera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Kucera board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kucera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kucera speak?
Dr. Kucera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Kucera typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kucera 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. Kucera. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Does Dr. Kucera accept my insurance?
Dr. Kucera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kucera accept in Latrobe, PA?
Dr. Kucera in Latrobe, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kucera's office located?
What is Dr. Kucera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kucera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861498818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kucera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kucera
What is Dr. Richard Kucera's specialty?
Dr. Kucera is a Specialist near Latrobe, PA.
Is this Dr. Richard Kucera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kucera is affiliated with Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Independence Health Latrobe 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Kucera accepting new patients in Latrobe, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kucera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kucera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kucera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kucera?
Please contact Dr. Kucera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kucera have?
Dr. Richard Kucera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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