30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oba, Critical Care Internist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Yuji Oba, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Oba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oba’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oba’s office at (573) 882-8788.
Where did Dr. Oba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kochi Med Coll, Oko-Cho, Nangoku, Kochi, Japan
What languages does Dr. Oba speak?
Dr. Oba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Oba typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Oba 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. Oba. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Oba typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yuji Oba may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Oba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oba accept my insurance?
Dr. Oba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 882-8788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oba accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Oba in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Oba's office located?
What is Dr. Oba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265543367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oba
What is Dr. Yuji Oba's specialty?
Dr. Oba is a Critical Care Internist near Columbia, MO.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Yuji Oba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oba is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yuji Oba accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Yuji Oba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuji Oba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oba's office at (573) 882-8788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuji Oba?
Please contact Dr. Oba's office at (573) 882-8788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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