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Dr. Okechukwu Obua, MD

Millsboro, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Obua, Family Medicine Specialist in Millsboro, DE?

    Dr. Okechukwu Obua, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Millsboro, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Obua is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obua’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obua’s office at (833) 886-2277.

    Is Dr. Obua board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Obua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Obua speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Obua treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obua 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. Obua. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid Withdrawal
    • Opioid Abuse
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid detox
    • Opioid withdrawal syndrome
    • Coming off opioids
    • Opioid misuse
    • Drug abuse (opioids)
    • Problem opioid use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
    • F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Manic Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder
    • Moderate bipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
    • Significant low mood in bipolar
    • Moderate bipolar mania
    • Moderate manic phase
    • Bipolar with moderate elevated mood
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder
    • F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
    • F3112: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, moderate
    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder in Remission
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD
    • Recovered from alcoholism
    • Alcohol dependence recovery
    • Sobriety from alcohol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1021: Alcohol dependence, in remission

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Depression
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Marijuana Abuse
    • Marijuana Dependence
    • Marijuana
    • Cannabis Abuse
    • Marijuana Addiction
    • Problematic Marijuana Use
    • Cannabis Dependence
    • Chronic Marijuana Use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1210: Cannabis abuse, uncomplicated
    • F1220: Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cocaine Dependence
    • Cocaine
    • Cocaine Addiction
    • Cocaine Drug Problem
    • Cocaine Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1420: Cocaine dependence, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Obua perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Okechukwu Obua may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obua's office.

    Does Dr. Obua accept my insurance?

    Dr. Obua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (833) 886-2277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Obua accept in Millsboro, DE?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Obua's office located?

    Dr. Okechukwu Obua's Primary Practice

    315 Old Landing Rd

    Millsboro, DE 19966

    (833) 886-2277

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    Dr. Okechukwu Obua's Practice 2

    500 W 8th St

    Wilmington, DE 19801

    (833) 886-2277

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    Dr. Okechukwu Obua's Practice 3

    105 N Front St # A

    Seaford, DE 19973

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

    Dr. Obua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053521583.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obua?

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

    What is Dr. Okechukwu Obua's specialty?

    Dr. Obua is a Family Medicine Specialist near Millsboro, DE. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Obua to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Okechukwu Obua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Obua is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, TidalHealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare, Penn Medicine Lancaster General 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Okechukwu Obua accepting new patients in Millsboro, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Obua is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Okechukwu Obua offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Obua's office at (833) 886-2277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Okechukwu Obua?

    Please contact Dr. Obua's office at (833) 886-2277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Okechukwu Obua have?

    Dr. Okechukwu Obua is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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