
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obie, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Eric Obie, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Obie graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Obie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obie’s office.
Where did Dr. Obie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine | Riverside Hospital | Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Obie board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Obie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Obie speak?
Dr. Obie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obie typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obie 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. Obie. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obie typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Obie 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. Obie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Obie accept my insurance?
Dr. Obie 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. Obie accept in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Obie in Newport News, VA 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Obie's office located?
What is Dr. Obie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063479673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obie
What is Dr. Eric Obie's specialty?
Dr. Obie is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newport News, VA.
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. Eric Obie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obie is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Sentara Careplex 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 Eric Obie accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Obie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Obie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obie's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Obie?
Please contact Dr. Obie's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Obie have?
Dr. Eric Obie is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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