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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rikhter, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Alex Rikhter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Rikhter graduated from Donetsk State Med Institute and completed his residency at Wayne State University Sinai Hospital. Dr. Rikhter is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rikhter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rikhter’s office at (678) 904-5611.
Where did Dr. Rikhter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University Sinai Hospital
Medical School: Doneck Med University Doneck Ukraine | Donetsk State Med Institute | Donetsk State Med Institute
What languages does Dr. Rikhter speak?
Dr. Rikhter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Rikhter treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Rikhter 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. Rikhter. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia with Malabsorption
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 malabsorption anemia
- Impaired B12 absorption anemia
- Proteinuria B12 deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D511: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to selective vitamin B12 malabsorption with proteinuria
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Rikhter perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alex Rikhter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rikhter's office.
Does Dr. Rikhter accept my insurance?
Dr. Rikhter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 904-5611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rikhter accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Rikhter in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
USAA
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Where is Dr. Rikhter's office located?
Dr. Alex Rikhter's Primary Practice
3867 Roswell Rd NE Ste 100
Atlanta, GA 30342
(678) 904-5611
Dr. Alex Rikhter's Practice 2
6105 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste C125
Atlanta, GA 30328
(770) 351-0900
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alex Rikhter?
Dr. Rikhter has appointments available at his Atlanta, GA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Rikhter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rikhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346226784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rikhter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rikhter
What is Dr. Alex Rikhter's specialty?
Dr. Rikhter is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Rikhter to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alex Rikhter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rikhter is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Alex Rikhter accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Rikhter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Rikhter offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rikhter, or call (678) 904-5611 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Rikhter?
Please contact Dr. Rikhter's office at (678) 904-5611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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