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Dr. Gloria Nwankwo, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Newark, NJ

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Gloria Nwankwo, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Nwankwo graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nwankwo is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwankwo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankwo’s office at (973) 416-4111.

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

    • Residency: Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine | St Michael's Hosp-Seton Hall U Sch Med Edn

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Nwankwo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Nwankwo, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?

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

    • English
    • Igbo

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwankwo typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwankwo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gloria Nwankwo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 416-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Nwankwo in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?

    Dr. Gloria Nwankwo's Primary Practice

    155 Jefferson St

    Newark, NJ 07105

    (973) 416-4111

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

    Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134113939.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?

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

    What is Dr. Gloria Nwankwo's specialty?

    Dr. Nwankwo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ.

    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 Dr. Gloria Nwankwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwankwo is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Clara Maass Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Englewood 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 Dr. Gloria Nwankwo accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Nwankwo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gloria Nwankwo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (973) 416-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gloria Nwankwo?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (973) 416-4111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?

    Dr. Nwankwo's office is located in Newark, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gloria Nwankwo have?

    Dr. Gloria Nwankwo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.