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Dr. Morolake Ugheghe, DO
Sun City, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ugheghe, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Morolake Ugheghe, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sun City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ugheghe is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugheghe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugheghe’s office at (623) 832-4000.
What languages does Dr. Ugheghe speak?
Dr. Ugheghe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ugheghe typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ugheghe 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. Ugheghe. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ugheghe typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Morolake Ugheghe may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ugheghe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ugheghe accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugheghe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 832-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugheghe accept in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Ugheghe in Sun City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ugheghe's office located?
Dr. Morolake Ugheghe's Primary Practice
10401 W Thunderbird Blvd
Sun City, AZ 85351
(623) 832-4000
What hospitals are Dr. Ugheghe affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ugheghe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center,Glendale, AZ
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center,Glendale, AZ
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Banner Boswell Medical Center,Sun City, AZRanked Colon Surgery
Banner Boswell Medical Center,Sun City, AZ
Ranked Colon Surgery
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center,Sun City West, AZRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center,Sun City West, AZ
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix,Phoenix, AZRanked in 2 Procedures
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix,Phoenix, AZ
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Banner - University Medical Center South,Tucson, AZ
Banner - University Medical Center South,Tucson, AZ
What is Dr. Ugheghe's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugheghe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215497466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugheghe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugheghe
What is Dr. Morolake Ugheghe's specialty?
Dr. Ugheghe is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Sun City, AZ.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is Dr. Morolake Ugheghe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ugheghe is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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
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Is Dr. Morolake Ugheghe accepting new patients in Sun City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Morolake Ugheghe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Morolake Ugheghe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugheghe's office at (623) 832-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Morolake Ugheghe?
Please contact Dr. Ugheghe's office at (623) 832-4000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ugheghe's office located?
Dr. Ugheghe's offices are located in Sun City, AZ and Phoenix, AZ.
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