Lewis B. Somberg

Overview

Lewis Somberg is a General Surgeon and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hypovolemic Shock, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Somberg is board certified in Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Somberg is currently accepting new patients.

Residency

Louisiana State University Medical Center - New Orleans - Residency - (1989

Specialties

General Surgery
Intensive Care Medicine

Licenses

Surgery in WI

Board Certifications

Surgery
Surgical Critical Care

Fellowships

University of Miami - FL - Fellowship in Trauma & Critical Care - (1992-1994)

Hospital Affiliations

Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Network Health
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

General Surgery - Froedtert Hospital
900 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee, WI 53226

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Lewis B. Somberg a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lewis B. Somberg is classified as an Experienced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Lewis B. Somberg specialize in?

While Dr. Lewis B. Somberg is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Hypovolemic Shock. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Lewis B. Somberg participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lewis B. Somberg has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Lewis B. Somberg's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lewis B. Somberg accept my insurance?

Dr. Lewis B. Somberg accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-5800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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