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Dr. Ricardo Flores, MD
Santa Maria, CA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flores, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Ricardo Flores, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Flores completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Flores is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flores’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flores’s office at (805) 739-3561.
Where did Dr. Flores go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
What languages does Dr. Flores speak?
Dr. Flores and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Flores treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Flores 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. Flores. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Flores perform as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ricardo Flores may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Flores' office.
Does Dr. Flores accept my insurance?
Dr. Flores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 739-3561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flores accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Flores in Santa Maria, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Flores' office located?
Dr. Ricardo Flores' Primary Practice
1400 E Church St Bldg 8
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 739-3561
What is Dr. Flores's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790769479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flores?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flores
What is Dr. Ricardo Flores's specialty?
Dr. Flores is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Santa Maria, CA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Flores to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Flores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flores is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Ricardo Flores accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Flores is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Flores offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (805) 739-3561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Flores?
Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (805) 739-3561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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