Dr. Robert Houser, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Houser graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine.
Dr. Houser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houser’s office at (605) 719-1000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Houser?
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Where did Dr. Houser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Houser board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Houser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Houser speak?
Dr. Houser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Houser treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Houser 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. Houser. 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:
Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Respiratory Failure
Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
Hypoxic respiratory failure
Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
GI Bleeding
Internal Digestive Bleeding
Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
Ischemic Stroke
Brain Attack
Cerebral Infarction
Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
Low Sodium Levels
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Sodium
Hyponatremia
Low Blood Sodium
Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Houser perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Houser may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Houser's office.
Does Dr. Houser accept my insurance?
Dr. Houser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 719-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houser accept in Rapid City, SD?
Dr. Houser in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Houser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578518726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houser
What is Dr. Robert Houser's specialty?
Dr. Houser is a Hospitalist near Rapid City, SD.
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Houser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Houser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houser is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish 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
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Is Robert Houser accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?
Yes, Dr. Robert Houser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Houser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (605) 719-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Houser?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (605) 719-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Houser have?
Dr. Robert Houser is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.