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Dr. Richard Wright, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wright, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Richard Wright, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wright completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (310) 829-7678.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wright?
Dr. Richard Wright, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wright empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Preventive Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica/CA community, Dr. Wright is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wright go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Wright board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Portuguese
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Wright perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Wright may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wright's office.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-7678 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Wright in Santa Monica, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Dr. Richard Wright's Primary Practice
2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 560W
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-7678
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770580151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Richard Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Santa Monica, CA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Wright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Richard Wright accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (310) 829-7678 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (310) 829-7678 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wright have?
Dr. Richard Wright is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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