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Dr. Joseph Oro, MD

Watertown, SD

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Oro, Family Medicine Specialist in Watertown, SD?

    Dr. Joseph Oro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watertown, SD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Oro graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Family Practice. Dr. Oro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oro’s office at (605) 886-8482.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Family Practice

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine | University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Oro board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Oro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Oro treat?

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

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Which procedures does Dr. Oro perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Oro may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oro's office.

    Does Dr. Oro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 886-8482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oro accept in Watertown, SD?

    Dr. Oro in Watertown, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Medica

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Sanford Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Oro's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Oro's Primary Practice

    506 1st Ave SE

    Watertown, SD 57201

    (605) 886-8482

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    Dr. Joseph Oro's Practice 2

    511 14th Ave NE

    Watertown, SD 57201

    (605) 886-8482

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

    Dr. Oro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720133887.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oro?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Oro's specialty?

    Dr. Oro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Watertown, SD. 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. Contact Dr. Oro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Oro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Oro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sanford Clear Lake Medical Center, Avera St. Lukes Hospital, Sanford Usd Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Joseph Oro accepting new patients in Watertown, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Oro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Oro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oro's office at (605) 886-8482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Oro?

    Please contact Dr. Oro's office at (605) 886-8482 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Oro have?

    Dr. Joseph Oro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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