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Dr. Richard Oyler, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Mobile, AL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oyler, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Richard Oyler, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Oyler graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Oyler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oyler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oyler’s office at (251) 633-2273.

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

    • Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Oyler board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Oyler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oyler speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oyler typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oyler 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. Oyler. 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oyler typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Oyler may include:

    Please contact Dr. Oyler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Oyler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oyler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 633-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oyler accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Oyler in Mobile, AL 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Oyler's office located?

    Dr. Richard Oyler's Primary Practice

    9985 Airport Blvd

    Mobile, AL 36608

    (251) 633-2273

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

    Dr. Oyler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013012657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oyler?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Oyler's specialty?

    Dr. Oyler is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Mobile, AL.

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

    Yes, Dr. Oyler is affiliated with Providence Hospital - Mobile, Al, Usa Health University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Oyler accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Oyler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oyler's office at (251) 633-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Oyler's office at (251) 633-2273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oyler's office located?

    Dr. Oyler's office is located in Mobile, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Oyler have?

    Dr. Richard Oyler is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.