Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wear, Pulmonologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Robert Wear, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wear is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wear’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wear’s office at (402) 354-0120.
Is Dr. Wear board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wear, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wear speak?
Dr. Wear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wear treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wear 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. Wear. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wear perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Wear may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wear's office.
Does Dr. Wear accept my insurance?
Dr. Wear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 354-0120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wear accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Wear in Omaha, NE 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medica
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wear's office located?
Dr. Robert Wear's Primary Practice
1120 N 103rd Plz Ste 100
Omaha, NE 68114
(402) 354-0120
Dr. Robert Wear's Practice 3
1 Edmundson Pl Ste 306
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 396-7787
What is Dr. Wear's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285716423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wear?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wear
What is Dr. Robert Wear's specialty?
Dr. Wear is a Pulmonologist near Omaha, NE. 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. Wear to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Wear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wear is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Methodist Women's 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
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Is Robert Wear accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wear is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wear offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wear's office at (402) 354-0120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wear?
Please contact Dr. Wear's office at (402) 354-0120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Wear have?
Dr. Robert Wear is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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