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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. Dr. Oberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oberg typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oberg typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Oberg may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Oberg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Oberg's office located?
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.
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 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, Colleton Medical Center, Roper Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg, William P. Clements Jr. University 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 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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