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Dr. Richard Hell, MD

Dr. Richard Hell, MD

Monterey, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hell, Gastroenterologist in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Richard Hell, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Hell graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hell is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hell’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hell’s office at (831) 375-3577.

    Where did Dr. Hell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Arizona in Tucson

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    What languages does Dr. Hell speak?

    Dr. Hell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Hell treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hell 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. Hell. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Hell perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hell performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hell. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire

    Does Dr. Hell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 375-3577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hell accept in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Hell in Monterey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hell's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hell's Primary Practice

    23 Upper Ragsdale Dr Ste 200

    Monterey, CA 93940

    (831) 375-3577

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    What is Dr. Hell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114937927.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hell

    What is Dr. Richard Hell's specialty?

    Dr. Hell is a Gastroenterologist near Monterey, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Hell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Hell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hell is affiliated with Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

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    Is Richard Hell accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Hell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hell's office at (831) 375-3577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hell?

    Please contact Dr. Hell's office at (831) 375-3577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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