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Dr. Steven Elster, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Steven Elster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elster’s office at (314) 257-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Elster speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elster 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. Elster. 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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Elster may include:

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

    Does Dr. Elster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 257-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elster accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Elster in Saint Louis, MO 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 Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elster's office located?

    Dr. Steven Elster's Primary Practice

    1201 S Grand Blvd

    Saint Louis, MO 63104

    (314) 257-8000

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    Dr. Steven Elster's Practice 2

    3635 Vista Ave

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    Dr. Steven Elster's Practice 3

    6420 Clayton Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

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

    Dr. Elster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952358772.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elster?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Elster's specialty?

    Dr. Elster is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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. Steven Elster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elster is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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

    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. Steven Elster accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Elster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Elster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elster's office at (314) 257-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Elster?

    Please contact Dr. Elster's office at (314) 257-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elster's office located?

    Dr. Elster's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.