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28 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Gonzales, Internist in Buena Park, CA?
Dr. Richard Gonzales, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buena Park, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Gonzales graduated from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine and completed his residency at Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gonzales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzales’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzales’s office at (714) 821-4482.
Where did Dr. Gonzales go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gonzales speak?
Dr. Gonzales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gonzales typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gonzales 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. Gonzales. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Urostomy Care
- Urinary Stoma Management
- Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gonzales typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Gonzales may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gonzales' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzales accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 821-4482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzales accept in Buena Park, CA?
Dr. Gonzales in Buena Park, 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
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gonzales' office located?
Dr. Richard Gonzales' Primary Practice
8585 Knott Ave Ste 101
Buena Park, CA 90620
(714) 821-4482
What is Dr. Gonzales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184685893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzales
What is Dr. Richard Gonzales's specialty?
Dr. Gonzales is a Internist near Buena Park, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Gonzales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gonzales is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tibor Rubin Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Gonzales accepting new patients in Buena Park, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Gonzales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Gonzales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzales's office at (714) 821-4482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Gonzales?
Please contact Dr. Gonzales's office at (714) 821-4482 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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