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Dr. Ognjen Gajic, MD

Dr. Ognjen Gajic, MD

Pulmonologist

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gajic, Pulmonologist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Ognjen Gajic, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gajic graduated from University of Sarajevo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Gajic is fluent in English, Croatian, Serbian, and Slavic languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gajic’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gajic’s office at (507) 284-2511.

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

    • Fellowship: Visiting Fellow - Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery: Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University Medical School | Fellow - Critical Care: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine | Fellow - Pulmonary Critical Care: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine | Research Fellowship: Department of Internal Medicine

    • Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: University of Sarajevo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gajic board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ognjen Gajic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gajic speak?

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

    • Croatian
    • English
    • Serbian
    • Slavic languages

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gajic typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Gajic 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. Gajic. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • 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 high CO2
    • Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • 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
    • J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gajic typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ognjen Gajic may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gajic accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gajic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gajic accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Gajic in Rochester, MN 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gajic's office located?

    Dr. Ognjen Gajic's Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

    (507) 284-2511

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    Dr. Ognjen Gajic's Practice 2

    701 Hewitt Blvd

    Red Wing, MN 55066

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    Dr. Ognjen Gajic's Practice 3

    1000 1st Dr NW

    Austin, MN 55912

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley

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

    Dr. Gajic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194703967.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gajic?

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

    What is Dr. Ognjen Gajic's specialty?

    Dr. Gajic is a Pulmonologist near Rochester, MN.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Ognjen Gajic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gajic is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. Ognjen Gajic accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Ognjen Gajic is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ognjen Gajic offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gajic's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ognjen Gajic?

    Please contact Dr. Gajic's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gajic's office located?

    Dr. Gajic's offices are located in Rochester, MN, Red Wing, MN, and Austin, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ognjen Gajic have?

    Dr. Ognjen Gajic is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.