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Dr. Brad Richard, MD

Anesthesiologist

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Richard, Anesthesiologist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Brad Richard, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Richard graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. Dr. Richard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richard’s office at (562) 491-9000.

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

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Richard board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brad Richard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Richard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richard typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richard 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. Richard. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richard typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richard 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. Richard. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Richard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 491-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richard accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Brad Richard's Primary Practice

    1050 Linden Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90813

    (562) 491-9000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Richard affiliated with?

    Dr. Richard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital,San Francisco, CA

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

    Dr. Richard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205892551.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richard?

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

    What is Dr. Brad Richard's specialty?

    Dr. Richard is an Anesthesiologist near Long Beach, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    No, Dr. Richard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Health St. Mary's 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 Dr. Brad Richard accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Brad Richard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (562) 491-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brad Richard?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (562) 491-9000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Richard's office is located in Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brad Richard have?

    Dr. Brad Richard is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.