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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovar, Family Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Kovar graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Family Medicine; Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Kovar is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovar’s office at (206) 299-1600.
Where did Dr. Kovar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Family Medicine; Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Kovar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kovar speak?
Dr. Kovar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kovar typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kovar 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. Kovar. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kovar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kovar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kovar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kovar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 299-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovar accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Kovar in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
First Administrators
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kovar's office located?
What is Dr. Kovar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538146832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovar
What is Dr. Richard Kovar's specialty?
Dr. Kovar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA.
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 Kovar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovar is affiliated with Swedish Cherry Hill Campus 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
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 Richard Kovar accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kovar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovar's office at (206) 299-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kovar?
Please contact Dr. Kovar's office at (206) 299-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kovar have?
Dr. Richard Kovar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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