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Dr. Richard Switzer, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Switzer, Pediatrician in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Richard Switzer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Switzer graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at BELLEVUE HOSPITAL CENTER. Dr. Switzer is fluent in English, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Switzer’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Switzer’s office at (210) 233-7000.

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

    • Residency: BELLEVUE HOSPITAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Switzer board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Switzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Switzer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Yiddish

    What conditions does Dr. Switzer treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Switzer 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. Switzer. 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • F801: Expressive language disorder
    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Other Genetic Syndrome
    • Birth Defects
    • Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
    • Uncommon Congenital Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Spina Bifida with Water on the Brain (Unspecified Type)
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Spina Bifida
    • Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
    • Open Spine and Brain Fluid
    • Congenital Spinal Defect with Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q054: Unspecified spina bifida with hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Child Developmental Delay
    • Child Development
    • Delayed Child Development
    • Pediatric Developmental Lag
    • Childhood Growth Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6259: Other lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Which procedures does Dr. Switzer perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Switzer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Switzer's office.

    Does Dr. Switzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Switzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 233-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Switzer accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Switzer in San Antonio, 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

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Switzer's office located?

    Dr. Richard Switzer's Primary Practice

    3066 E Commerce St

    San Antonio, TX 78220

    (210) 233-7000

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    Dr. Richard Switzer's Practice 2

    1102 Barclay St

    San Antonio, TX 78207

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

    Dr. Switzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932185287.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Switzer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Switzer's specialty?

    Dr. Switzer is a Pediatrician near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Switzer to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Switzer is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Richard Switzer accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Switzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Switzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office at (210) 233-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Switzer?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office at (210) 233-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Switzer have?

    Dr. Richard Switzer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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