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Dr. Richard Navitsky, MD

Anchorage, AK

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Navitsky, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Richard Navitsky, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Navitsky graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Navitsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Navitsky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Navitsky’s office at (907) 261-3111.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | University of New Mexico Program

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Navitsky board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Navitsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Navitsky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Navitsky typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Navitsky 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. Navitsky. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Navitsky typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Navitsky may include:

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

    Does Dr. Navitsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Navitsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 261-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Navitsky accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Navitsky in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hawaii Medical Service Association

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Quest

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    Where is Dr. Navitsky's office located?

    Dr. Richard Navitsky's Primary Practice

    3200 Providence Dr

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (907) 261-3111

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    What hospitals are Dr. Navitsky affiliated with?

    Dr. Navitsky has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Providence Alaska Medical Center,Anchorage, AK

    Kahuku Medical Center,Kahuku, HI

    Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK

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

    Dr. Navitsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376530576.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Navitsky?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Navitsky's specialty?

    Dr. Navitsky is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Anchorage, AK.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Richard Navitsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Navitsky is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Alaska Medical Center, Kahuku Medical Center, Bartlett Regional Hospital. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Richard Navitsky accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Navitsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Navitsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Navitsky's office at (907) 261-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Navitsky?

    Please contact Dr. Navitsky's office at (907) 261-3111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Navitsky's office located?

    Dr. Navitsky's office is located in Anchorage, AK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Navitsky have?

    Dr. Richard Navitsky is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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