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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obst, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Gregory Obst, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Obst graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Obst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obst’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obst’s office.
Where did Dr. Obst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine | Med College Of Wisconsin
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Obst board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Obst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Obst speak?
Dr. Obst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Obst treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obst 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. Obst. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Obst perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Obst may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obst's office.
Does Dr. Obst accept my insurance?
Dr. Obst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obst accept in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Obst in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Chevron
Department of Veterans Affairs
EDS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
PreferredOne
Security Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Obst's office located?
What is Dr. Obst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629139548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obst
What is Dr. Gregory Obst's specialty?
Dr. Obst is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wausau, WI. 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. Obst to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Obst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obst is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Froedtert Hospital, UW Health University Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gregory Obst accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Obst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Obst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obst's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Obst?
Please contact Dr. Obst's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Obst have?
Dr. Gregory Obst is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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333 Pine Ridge Blvd
Wausau, WI 54401