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Dr. Robert Ast, MD

Dr. Robert Ast, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bremerton, WA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ast, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bremerton, WA?

    Dr. Robert Ast, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bremerton, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ast graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ast is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ast’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ast’s office at (360) 377-3911.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Robert Ast, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ast speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ast 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. Ast. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Ast may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ast accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 377-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ast accept in Bremerton, WA?

    Dr. Ast in Bremerton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ast's office located?

    Dr. Robert Ast's Primary Practice

    2520 Cherry Ave

    Bremerton, WA 98310

    (360) 377-3911

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    Dr. Robert Ast's Practice 2

    1800 NW Myhre Rd

    Silverdale, WA 98383

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

    Dr. Ast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659304517.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ast?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Ast's specialty?

    Dr. Ast is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bremerton, WA.

    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 this Dr. Robert Ast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ast is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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 Robert Ast accepting new patients in Bremerton, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Ast is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Ast offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ast's office at (360) 377-3911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Ast?

    Please contact Dr. Ast's office at (360) 377-3911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Ast have?

    Dr. Robert Ast is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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