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Dr. Charles Otuonye, MD

Dr. Charles Otuonye, MD

Glendale, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Otuonye, Hospitalist in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Charles Otuonye, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Otuonye graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at North General Hospital. Dr. Otuonye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Otuonye’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Otuonye’s office at (602) 548-9700.

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

    • Fellowship: (Geriatric Medicine (Family Practice)), UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA, TAMPA, FL

    • Residency: North General Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Otuonye board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Otuonye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Otuonye speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Otuonye treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Otuonye 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. Otuonye. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    What procedures does Dr. Otuonye perform?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Otuonye 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. Otuonye. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
    • Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
    • Double-J stent insertion
    • Gibbons stent placement
    • Kidney stent placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Does Dr. Otuonye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Otuonye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 548-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Otuonye accept in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Otuonye in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Otuonye's office located?

    Dr. Charles Otuonye's Primary Practice

    5555 W Thunderbird Rd

    Glendale, AZ 85306

    (602) 548-9700

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    Dr. Charles Otuonye's Practice 2

    7300 N 99th Ave

    Glendale, AZ 85307

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    Dr. Charles Otuonye's Practice 3

    350 W Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

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

    Dr. Otuonye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265444913.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Otuonye?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Otuonye's specialty?

    Dr. Otuonye is a Hospitalist near Glendale, AZ. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Otuonye to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Otuonye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Otuonye is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Yuma Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Charles Otuonye accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Otuonye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Otuonye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Otuonye's office at (602) 548-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Otuonye?

    Please contact Dr. Otuonye's office at (602) 548-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Otuonye have?

    Dr. Charles Otuonye is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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