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Dr. Richard Riggins, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riggins typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure 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

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riggins typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Riggins may include:

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

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Richard Riggins' Practice 2

    3330 Highway 365

    Port Arthur, TX 77642

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    Dr. Richard Riggins' Practice 3

    4755 Eastex Fwy

    Beaumont, TX 77706

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    What is Dr. Riggins's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Riggins is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 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' office at (409) 384-5461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Riggins' office at (409) 384-5461 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Riggins' office located?

    Dr. Riggins' offices are located in Houston, TX, Port Arthur, TX, and Beaumont, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Riggins have?

    Dr. Richard Riggins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.