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Dr. John Riel, MD

Dr. John Riel, MD

Newport Beach, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. John Riel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Riel completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery; Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Riel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riel’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riel’s office at (949) 764-4624.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery; Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    Is Dr. Riel board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Riel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Riel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Riel treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riel 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. Riel. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Riel perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Riel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riel's office.

    Does Dr. Riel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 764-4624 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riel accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Riel in Newport Beach, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Riel's office located?

    Dr. John Riel's Primary Practice

    1 Hoag Dr

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 764-4624

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    Dr. John Riel's Practice 2

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave

    Irvine, CA 92618

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

    Dr. Riel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447213251.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riel?

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

    What is Dr. John Riel's specialty?

    Dr. Riel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newport Beach, CA. 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. Riel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Riel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riel is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Riel accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Riel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Riel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riel's office at (949) 764-4624 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Riel?

    Please contact Dr. Riel's office at (949) 764-4624 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Riel have?

    Dr. John Riel is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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