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Dr. Richard Oeckler, MD, PHD

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oeckler, Pulmonologist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Richard Oeckler, MD, PHD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Oeckler graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Oeckler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oeckler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oeckler’s office at (507) 284-2511.

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

    • Medical School: New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Oeckler board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Oeckler, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oeckler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Oeckler treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Oeckler 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. Oeckler. 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:

    • Abnormal Lung Function Test
    • Lung Disease
    • Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
    • Unusual Breathing Test
    • Lung Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Gas Levels
    • Blood
    • Blood gas imbalance
    • Irregular blood gases
    • Blood gas disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7981: Abnormal blood-gas level

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant Aftercare
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Post-lung transplant care
    • Lung recipient follow-up
    • Lung transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    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:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Does Dr. Oeckler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oeckler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oeckler accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Oeckler in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • South Country Health Alliance

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oeckler's office located?

    Dr. Richard Oeckler's Primary Practice

    1216 2nd St SW

    Rochester, MN 55902

    (507) 284-2511

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    Dr. Richard Oeckler's Practice 2

    701 Hewitt Blvd

    Red Wing, MN 55066

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    Dr. Richard Oeckler's Practice 3

    1000 1st Dr NW

    Austin, MN 55912

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

    Dr. Oeckler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497733521.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oeckler?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Oeckler's specialty?

    Dr. Oeckler is a Pulmonologist near Rochester, MN. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Oeckler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Oeckler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oeckler is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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

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    Is Richard Oeckler accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Oeckler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oeckler's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Oeckler?

    Please contact Dr. Oeckler's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Oeckler have?

    Dr. Richard Oeckler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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