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Dr. Richard Kahlstrom, MD
Lakewood, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kahlstrom, Critical Care Internist in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Richard Kahlstrom, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kahlstrom completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kahlstrom is fluent in English, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kahlstrom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kahlstrom’s office.
Where did Dr. Kahlstrom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa
Is Dr. Kahlstrom board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kahlstrom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kahlstrom speak?
Dr. Kahlstrom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kahlstrom treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kahlstrom 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. Kahlstrom. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Kahlstrom perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Kahlstrom may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kahlstrom's office.
Does Dr. Kahlstrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Kahlstrom 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. Kahlstrom accept in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Kahlstrom in Lakewood, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kahlstrom's office located?
What is Dr. Kahlstrom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kahlstrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093708992.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kahlstrom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kahlstrom
What is Dr. Richard Kahlstrom's specialty?
Dr. Kahlstrom is a Critical Care Internist near Lakewood, WA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Kahlstrom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Kahlstrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kahlstrom is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Richard Kahlstrom accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kahlstrom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kahlstrom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kahlstrom's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kahlstrom?
Please contact Dr. Kahlstrom's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kahlstrom have?
Dr. Richard Kahlstrom is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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