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Dr. Ronald Best, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Martinsburg, WV

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Best, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Martinsburg, WV?

    Dr. Ronald Best, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Martinsburg, WV. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Best graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Best is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Best’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Best’s office at (304) 260-1443.

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

    • Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Best board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Best, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Best speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Best may include:

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

    Does Dr. Best accept my insurance?

    Dr. Best accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 260-1443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Best accept in Martinsburg, WV?

    Dr. Best in Martinsburg, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Best's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Best's Primary Practice

    2500 Hospital Dr

    Martinsburg, WV 25401

    (304) 260-1443

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

    Dr. Best's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285689000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Best?

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

    What is Dr. Ronald Best's specialty?

    Dr. Best is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Martinsburg, WV.

    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. Ronald Best affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Best is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby 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. Ronald Best accepting new patients in Martinsburg, WV?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Best is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Best offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Best's office at (304) 260-1443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Best?

    Please contact Dr. Best's office at (304) 260-1443 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Best's office located?

    Dr. Best's office is located in Martinsburg, WV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Best have?

    Dr. Ronald Best is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.