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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sterling, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Olympia, WA?
Dr. Robert Sterling, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Olympia, WA. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office at (360) 491-9480.
What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?
Dr. Sterling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterling typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
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:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterling typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Sterling 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. Sterling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?
Dr. Sterling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 491-9480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sterling accept in Olympia, WA?
Dr. Sterling in Olympia, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Lighthouse Property Insurance Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Providence Health & Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?
What is Dr. Sterling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952862484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterling
What is Dr. Robert Sterling's specialty?
Dr. Sterling is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Olympia, WA.
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. Robert Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sterling is affiliated with Providence St. Peter 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
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Is Robert Sterling accepting new patients in Olympia, WA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Sterling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (360) 491-9480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Sterling?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (360) 491-9480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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