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Dr. Brent Rau, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rau, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Brent Rau, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Rau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rau’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rau’s office at (412) 359-4905.

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

    • Medical School: Wright State University

    What languages does Dr. Rau speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rau 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. Rau. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Rau may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-4905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rau accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Rau in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • Risant Health

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    Where is Dr. Rau's office located?

    Dr. Brent Rau's Primary Practice

    320 E North Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

    (412) 359-4905

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rau affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Allegheny General Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA
    West Penn Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA

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

    Dr. Rau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912262023.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rau?

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

    What is Dr. Brent Rau's specialty?

    Dr. Rau is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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 Dr. Brent Rau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rau is affiliated with St. Clair Hospital 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 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 Dr. Brent Rau accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Rau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Rau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rau's office at (412) 359-4905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brent Rau?

    Please contact Dr. Rau's office at (412) 359-4905 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rau's office located?

    Dr. Rau's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.