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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oba, Anesthesiologist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Ken Christopher Oba, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Oba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oba’s office at (775) 260-2471.
What languages does Dr. Oba speak?
Dr. Oba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Oba treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, 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.
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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Oba perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ken Christopher Oba may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oba's office.
Does Dr. Oba accept my insurance?
Dr. Oba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 260-2471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oba accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Oba in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Prominence Health Plan
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1912535485.
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. Ken Christopher Oba's specialty?
Dr. Oba is a Anesthesiologist near Reno, NV. 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. Contact Dr. Oba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ken Christopher Oba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oba is affiliated with Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Ken Christopher Oba accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Ken Christopher Oba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ken Christopher Oba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oba's office at (775) 260-2471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ken Christopher Oba?
Please contact Dr. Oba's office at (775) 260-2471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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