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28 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Schermer, Critical Care Surgeon in Oshkosh, WI?
Dr. Carol Schermer, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oshkosh, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Schermer is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schermer’s office at (312) 355-4300.
Where did Dr. Schermer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New Mexico
Is Dr. Schermer board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Carol Schermer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schermer speak?
Dr. Schermer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schermer typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Schermer 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. Schermer. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory collapse
- Systemic shock
- Acute circulatory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R578: Other shock
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schermer typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Schermer may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Schermer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schermer accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Schermer's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Schermer's office located?
Dr. Carol Schermer's Primary Practice
855 N Westhaven Dr
Oshkosh, WI 54904
(312) 355-4300
What is Dr. Schermer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schermer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114952520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schermer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schermer
What is Dr. Carol Schermer's specialty?
Dr. Schermer is a Critical Care Surgeon near Oshkosh, WI.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Carol Schermer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schermer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carol Schermer accepting new patients in Oshkosh, WI?
No, Dr. Carol Schermer is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Schermer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schermer's office at (312) 355-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Schermer?
Please contact Dr. Schermer's office at (312) 355-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Schermer have?
Dr. Carol Schermer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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