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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Riggs, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. John Riggs, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office at (516) 486-6862.
Where did Dr. Riggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
Is Dr. Riggs board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. John Riggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?
Dr. Riggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Riggs typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- O0991: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
- Pregnancy Care with Insufficient Prenatal Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
- Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy care (general)
- Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
- Pregnancy monitoring with limited prenatal visits
- Managing pregnancy with inadequate antenatal care
- High-risk pregnancy due to lack of care
- Late prenatal care supervision
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
- O0933: Supervision of pregnancy with insufficient antenatal care, third trimester
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Riggs typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:
- Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After Birth Care
- Maternity Follow-up
- Postnatal Care
CPT Codes:
- 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Riggs' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?
What is Dr. Riggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669437026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggs
What is Dr. John Riggs's specialty?
Dr. Riggs is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. John Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Riggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Riggs accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Riggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (516) 486-6862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Riggs?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (516) 486-6862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Riggs have?
Dr. John Riggs is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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