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Dr. Erik Oberg, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oberg, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Erik Oberg, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Oberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oberg’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oberg’s office.

    Is Dr. Oberg board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Oberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oberg speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Oberg treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oberg 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. Oberg. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Which procedures does Dr. Oberg perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Erik Oberg may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oberg's office.

    Does Dr. Oberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oberg accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Oberg in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oberg's office located?

    Dr. Erik Oberg's Primary Practice

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr

    Charleston, SC 29406

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    Dr. Erik Oberg's Practice 2

    595 W Carolina Ave

    Varnville, SC 29944

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    Dr. Erik Oberg's Practice 3

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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

    Dr. Oberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538140223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oberg?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Oberg's specialty?

    Dr. Oberg is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charleston, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Oberg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erik Oberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oberg is affiliated with Trident Medical Center, Musc Health University 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Erik Oberg accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Oberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Oberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oberg's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erik Oberg?

    Please contact Dr. Oberg's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Oberg have?

    Dr. Erik Oberg is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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