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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riggs, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Robert Riggs, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Riggs completed his residency at Med Ctr La-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office at (708) 216-8563.
Where did Dr. Riggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | University of Chicago Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Riggs board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Riggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?
Dr. Riggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riggs typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riggs typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Riggs may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Riggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Riggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-8563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riggs accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Riggs in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?
101-1740 Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 216-8563
What is Dr. Riggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063492817.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggs
What is Dr. Robert Riggs's specialty?
Dr. Riggs is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Maywood, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Robert Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riggs is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il), Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Riggs accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Riggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (708) 216-8563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Riggs?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (708) 216-8563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Riggs have?
Dr. Robert Riggs is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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