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Dr. John Richards, MD

Sacramento, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richards, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. John Richards, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Richards graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (916) 734-5846.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Richards board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Richards speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060XAA: Concussion with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Richards may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richards' office.

    Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Richards in Sacramento, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. John Richards' Primary Practice

    3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 2500

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 734-5846

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    Dr. John Richards' Practice 2

    2315 Stockton Blvd # 2100

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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

    Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033190657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?

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

    What is Dr. John Richards's specialty?

    Dr. Richards is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John Richards accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Richards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Richards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (916) 734-5846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Richards?

    Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (916) 734-5846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Richards have?

    Dr. John Richards is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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