Dr. Sarah Wurster, MD

Olympia, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Wurster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Olympia, WA?

Dr. Sarah Wurster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Olympia, WA. She is board certified. Dr. Wurster graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Wurster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wurster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wurster’s office at (360) 491-9480.

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

Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo | University of Pennsylvania

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

Yes, Dr. Sarah Wurster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Wurster speak?

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

English

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

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

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:

Depression
Clinical depression
Major depressive disorder
Mood disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F32A: Depression, unspecified

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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Dehydration
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Lack of Fluids
Fluid Loss
Body Water Depletion

ICD-10 Codes:

E860: Dehydration

Also known as:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Wurster may include:

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

Does Dr. Wurster accept my insurance?

Dr. Wurster 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. Wurster accept in Olympia, WA?

Dr. Wurster 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare

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Where is Dr. Wurster's office located?

Dr. Sarah Wurster's Primary Practice

413 Lilly Rd NE

Olympia, WA 98506

(360) 491-9480

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What hospitals are Dr. Wurster affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Wurster has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Providence St. Peter Hospital,Olympia, WA

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked Spine Surgery

Willapa Harbor Hospital,South Bend, WA

Providence Centralia Hospital,Centralia, WA

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

Dr. Wurster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679511232.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wurster?

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

What is Dr. Sarah Wurster's specialty?

Dr. Wurster is an 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 Dr. Sarah Wurster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Wurster 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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