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Dr. Richard Siira, MD
Richmond, VA
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Siira, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Richard Siira, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Siira completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Siira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Siira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Siira’s office.
Where did Dr. Siira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Siira board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Siira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Siira speak?
Dr. Siira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Siira treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Siira 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. Siira. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Bruise on Head
- Scalp Bruise
- Bruises
- Head contusion
- Head bump
- Black and blue mark on head
- Bruised scalp
- Scalp contusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0083XA: Contusion of other part of head, initial encounter
- S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Siira perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Siira may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Siira's office.
Does Dr. Siira accept my insurance?
Dr. Siira 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. Siira accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Siira in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Siira's office located?
What is Dr. Siira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Siira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467420885.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Siira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Siira
What is Dr. Richard Siira's specialty?
Dr. Siira is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Siira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Siira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Siira is affiliated with Hca Henrico Doctors' 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Siira accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Siira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Siira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Siira's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Siira?
Please contact Dr. Siira's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Siira have?
Dr. Richard Siira is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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