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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ogbu, Internist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY. Dr. Ogbu is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogbu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogbu’s office at (718) 263-4600.
What languages does Dr. Ogbu speak?
Dr. Ogbu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ogbu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ogbu 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. Ogbu. 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113291: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ogbu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ogbu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ogbu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ogbu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 263-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ogbu accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Ogbu in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ogbu's office located?
Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu's Primary Practice
6970 Grand Central Pkwy
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 263-4600
What is Dr. Ogbu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ogbu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205726692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogbu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogbu
What is Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu's specialty?
Dr. Ogbu is a Internist near Forest Hills, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ogbu is affiliated with Albany Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Uzoamaka Ogbu accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
No, Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ogbu's office at (718) 263-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uzoamaka Ogbu?
Please contact Dr. Ogbu's office at (718) 263-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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