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Dr. David Ong, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ong, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. David Ong, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ong’s office at (910) 667-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Ong speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ong 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. Ong. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Ong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 667-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ong accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Ong in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ong's office located?

    Dr. David Ong's Primary Practice

    2131 S 17th St

    Wilmington, NC 28401

    (910) 667-7000

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    Dr. David Ong's Practice 2

    4817 Rock Merritt Ave

    Fort Liberty, NC 28310

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    Dr. David Ong's Practice 3

    210 Medical Pavilion Dr

    Raeford, NC 28376

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

    Dr. Ong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376989285.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ong?

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

    What is Dr. David Ong's specialty?

    Dr. Ong is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC.

    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. David Ong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ong is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital, Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Carolinaeast Medical Center, Scotland Memorial 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 Dr. David Ong accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. David Ong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Ong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ong's office at (910) 667-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Ong?

    Please contact Dr. Ong's office at (910) 667-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ong's office located?

    Dr. Ong's offices are located in Wilmington, NC, Fort Liberty, NC, and Raeford, NC.