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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 here.
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:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
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
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.
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 this 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
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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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