29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekwueme, Family Medicine Specialist in Medford, WI?
Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Medford, WI. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ekwueme completed her residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Ekwueme is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekwueme’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekwueme’s office at (715) 748-2121.
Where did Dr. Ekwueme go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Family Medicine | University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University of Jos, Fac of Med Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
Is Dr. Ekwueme board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ekwueme speak?
Dr. Ekwueme and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekwueme typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ekwueme 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. Ekwueme. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekwueme typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ekwueme's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekwueme accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekwueme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 748-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekwueme accept in Medford, WI?
Dr. Ekwueme in Medford, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Ekwueme's office located?
What is Dr. Ekwueme's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekwueme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548271984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekwueme?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekwueme
What is Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme's specialty?
Dr. Ekwueme is a Family Medicine Specialist near Medford, WI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekwueme is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ngozi Ekwueme accepting new patients in Medford, WI?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekwueme's office at (715) 748-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ngozi Ekwueme?
Please contact Dr. Ekwueme's office at (715) 748-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme have?
Dr. Ngozi Ekwueme is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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