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Dr. Joseph Schuster, DO

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schuster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Joseph Schuster, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schuster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schuster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schuster’s office at (314) 268-7133.

    What languages does Dr. Schuster speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schuster treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schuster 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. Schuster. 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:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Right Bundle Branch Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • RBBB
    • Right Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Neck Sprain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Cervical Ligament Sprain
    • Whiplash
    • Strained Neck Ligaments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S134XXA: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Schuster perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Schuster may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schuster's office.

    Does Dr. Schuster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schuster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 268-7133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schuster accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Schuster in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Schuster's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Schuster's Primary Practice

    615 S New Ballas Rd Bldg 5TH Fl 5

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 268-7133

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    Dr. Joseph Schuster's Practice 2

    1000 E Cherry St

    Troy, MO 63379

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    Dr. Joseph Schuster's Practice 3

    1400 US Highway 61

    Festus, MO 63028

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

    Dr. Schuster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275829046.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schuster?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Schuster's specialty?

    Dr. Schuster is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Schuster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Schuster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schuster is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Joseph Schuster accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Schuster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Schuster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schuster's office at (314) 268-7133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Schuster?

    Please contact Dr. Schuster's office at (314) 268-7133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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