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Dr. Joshua Kamerath, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Oskaloosa, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kamerath, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oskaloosa, IA?

    Dr. Joshua Kamerath, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oskaloosa, IA. Dr. Kamerath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamerath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamerath’s office at (517) 205-3994.

    What languages does Dr. Kamerath speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kamerath 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. Kamerath. 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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    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:

    • 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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Kamerath may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kamerath accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kamerath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 205-3994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kamerath accept in Oskaloosa, IA?

    Dr. Kamerath in Oskaloosa, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Centene Corporation

    • Consolidated Health Plans

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Kamerath's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Kamerath's Primary Practice

    1229 C Ave E

    Oskaloosa, IA 52577

    (517) 205-3994

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kamerath affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kamerath has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center,Des Moines, IA

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

    Dr. Kamerath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992290142.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamerath?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Kamerath's specialty?

    Dr. Kamerath is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oskaloosa, IA.

    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. Joshua Kamerath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kamerath is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Joshua Kamerath accepting new patients in Oskaloosa, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Kamerath is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Kamerath offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kamerath's office at (517) 205-3994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Kamerath?

    Please contact Dr. Kamerath's office at (517) 205-3994 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kamerath's office located?

    Dr. Kamerath's office is located in Oskaloosa, IA.