Summary

Dr. Richard Wikholm is a dual-specialty surgeon who practices both otolaryngology-head & neck surgery and plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. With 42 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Wikholm brings extensive surgical expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Wikholm is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, California, where he focuses on treating sleep-related breathing disorders. He specializes in managing sleep apnea, including cases involving children with obstructive sleep apnea. His procedural expertise includes performing sleep studies and polysomnograms to diagnose sleep disorders, as well as end tidal carbon dioxide monitoring. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Uc Irvine Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Marian Regional Medical Center

1400 E Church StSanta Maria, CA 93454

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
42 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Santa Maria , CANipomo , CASanta Maria , CALompoc , CA
Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Paul Wikholm

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Capital Health Plan
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CenCal Health
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Paul Wikholm has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Paul Wikholm has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Uc Irvine Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof MedGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Richard Wikholm accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Wikholm accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Wikholm affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Wikholm is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Wikholm?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Wikholm here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Richard Wikholm speak?
Dr. Richard Wikholm speaks English.
Does Dr. Richard Wikholm accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Wikholm has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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