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Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Emeruwa, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Emeruwa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emeruwa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emeruwa’s office at (800) 926-8273.

    What languages does Dr. Emeruwa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Emeruwa treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Emeruwa 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. Emeruwa. 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:

    • General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
    • Pregnancy Management for Complications
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
    • Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
    • High-Risk Obstetric History Management
    • Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
    • Elderly Primigravida Care
    • Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
    • O09521: Supervision of elderly multigravida, first trimester
    • O09293: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, third trimester
    • O09513: Supervision of elderly primigravida, third trimester
    • O09292: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, second trimester
    • O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
    • Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
    • High-risk pregnancy care (general)
    • Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
    • Geriatric multigravida care
    • Older mom with previous pregnancies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
    • O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Nuchal Translucency Screening
    • NT scan
    • First trimester screening ultrasound
    • Screening for Down syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
    • Antenatal Malformation Screening
    • Fetal Anomaly Scan
    • Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations

    Also known as:

    • Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Pregnancy Diabetes
    • Diabetes developed during pregnancy
    • GDM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control

    Also known as:

    • Poor Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Fetal Growth Restriction
    • Small for Gestational Age
    • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Large baby in womb
    • Macrosomia
    • Big baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O3663X0: Maternal care for excessive fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Abnormality
    • Birth Defects
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Fetal Malformation
    • Developmental Abnormality
    • Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    What procedures does Dr. Emeruwa perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Emeruwa 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. Emeruwa. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Does Dr. Emeruwa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Emeruwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Emeruwa accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Emeruwa in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • The Medical Access Program

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Emeruwa's office located?

    Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa's Practice 2

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Emeruwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245627421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emeruwa?

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

    What is Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa's specialty?

    Dr. Emeruwa is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Diego, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Emeruwa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Emeruwa is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Ukachi Emeruwa accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ukachi Emeruwa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Emeruwa's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ukachi Emeruwa?

    Please contact Dr. Emeruwa's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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