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Dr. Gary Ward, DO

Bridgeton, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ward, Family Medicine Specialist in Bridgeton, MO?

    Dr. Gary Ward, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeton, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (573) 712-2546.

    What languages does Dr. Ward speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Ward may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 712-2546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Bridgeton, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ward's office located?

    Dr. Gary Ward's Primary Practice

    12303 De Paul Dr

    Bridgeton, MO 63044

    (573) 712-2546

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    Dr. Gary Ward's Practice 2

    300 1st Capitol Dr

    Saint Charles, MO 63301

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    Dr. Gary Ward's Practice 3

    6420 Clayton Rd

    Richmond Heights, MO 63117

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

    Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528336294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Ward's specialty?

    Dr. Ward is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bridgeton, MO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Gary Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Gary Ward accepting new patients in Bridgeton, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Ward is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Ward offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (573) 712-2546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Ward?

    Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (573) 712-2546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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