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Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Wilmington, DE

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwankwor, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Nwankwor is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwankwor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankwor’s office.

    Is Dr. Nwankwor board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nwankwor speak?

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

    • English
    • Igbo

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwankwor typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwankwor 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. Nwankwor. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwankwor typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nwankwor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwankwor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwor accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Nwankwor in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Nwankwor's office located?

    Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor's Primary Practice

    1600 Rockland Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19803

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    Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor's Practice 2

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor's Practice 3

    1 Cooper Plz

    Camden, NJ 08103

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

    Dr. Nwankwor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326201690.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwor?

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

    What is Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor's specialty?

    Dr. Nwankwor is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, DE.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwankwor is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Wilmington 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwor's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nwankwor's office located?

    Dr. Nwankwor's offices are located in Wilmington, DE, Baltimore, MD, and Camden, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor have?

    Dr. Odiraa Nwankwor is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.