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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ostrom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ronald Ostrom, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Ostrom graduated from Western University of Health Science and completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Pacific Hosp Of Long Beach, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ostrom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ostrom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ostrom’s office at (559) 688-0821.
Where did Dr. Ostrom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Pacific Hosp Of Long Beach, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Western University of Health Science
What languages does Dr. Ostrom speak?
Dr. Ostrom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ostrom typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ostrom 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. Ostrom. 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 Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ostrom typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ostrom performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ostrom. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Ostrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Ostrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 688-0821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ostrom accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ostrom in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ostrom's office located?
Dr. Ronald Ostrom's Primary Practice
3015 Calloway Dr Ste D6
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(559) 688-0821
What is Dr. Ostrom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ostrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730169855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ostrom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ostrom
What is Dr. Ronald Ostrom's specialty?
Dr. Ostrom is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. Ronald Ostrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ostrom is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial 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 Ronald Ostrom accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Ostrom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Ostrom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ostrom's office at (559) 688-0821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Ostrom?
Please contact Dr. Ostrom's office at (559) 688-0821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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