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Who is Dr. Ricks, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hemet, CA?
Dr. Jeffrey Ricks, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hemet, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ricks graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine. Dr. Ricks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricks’s office.
Where did Dr. Ricks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ricks speak?
Dr. Ricks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricks typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ricks 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. Ricks. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricks typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Ricks may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ricks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ricks accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Ricks' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Ricks' office located?
What is Dr. Ricks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ricks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063476752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ricks
What is Dr. Jeffrey Ricks's specialty?
Dr. Ricks is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hemet, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Ricks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ricks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Jeffrey Ricks accepting new patients in Hemet, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Ricks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Ricks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ricks's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Ricks?
Please contact Dr. Ricks's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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