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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riggs, Vascular Surgeon in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Patrick Riggs, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Riggs graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Vascular Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office.
Where did Dr. Riggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Vascular Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Riggs board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Riggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?
Dr. Riggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Riggs treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Riggs perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Patrick Riggs may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riggs' office.
Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Riggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riggs accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Riggs in Rochester, NY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Independent Health
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?
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 1962478586.
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. Patrick Riggs's specialty?
Dr. Riggs is a Vascular Surgeon near Rochester, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Riggs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riggs is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital 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 Patrick Riggs accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Riggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Riggs?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Riggs have?
Dr. Patrick Riggs is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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