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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obler, Emergency Medicine Specialist in National City, CA?
Dr. Richard Obler, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in National City, CA. Dr. Obler is currently affiliated with Paradise Valley Hospital. Dr. Obler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obler’s office at (619) 470-4141.
What languages does Dr. Obler speak?
Dr. Obler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obler typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obler 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. Obler. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obler typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Obler may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Obler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Obler accept my insurance?
Dr. Obler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 470-4141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obler accept in National City, CA?
Dr. Obler in National City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Obler's office located?
What is Dr. Obler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063475507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obler
What is Dr. Richard Obler's specialty?
Dr. Obler is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near National City, CA.
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 this Dr. Richard Obler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obler is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Obler accepting new patients in National City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Obler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Obler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obler's office at (619) 470-4141 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Obler?
Please contact Dr. Obler's office at (619) 470-4141 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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