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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Riggins, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Richard Riggins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Riggins completed his residency at Naval Hosp Pensacola, Family Medicine. Dr. Riggins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggins’s office at (409) 384-5461.
Where did Dr. Riggins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hosp Pensacola, Family Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La
Is Dr. Riggins board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Riggins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Riggins speak?
Dr. Riggins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Riggins treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riggins 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. Riggins. 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:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Riggins perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Riggins may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riggins' office.
Does Dr. Riggins accept my insurance?
Dr. Riggins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 384-5461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riggins accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Riggins in Houston, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Riggins' office located?
Dr. Richard Riggins' Primary Practice
1535 West Loop S Ste 450
Houston, TX 77027
(409) 384-5461
What is Dr. Riggins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871576652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggins
What is Dr. Richard Riggins's specialty?
Dr. Riggins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Riggins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Riggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Riggins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Altus Lumberton 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Riggins accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Riggins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Riggins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggins's office at (409) 384-5461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Riggins?
Please contact Dr. Riggins's office at (409) 384-5461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Riggins have?
Dr. Richard Riggins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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