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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwobu, Nephrologist in High Point, NC?
Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in High Point, NC. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nwobu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwobu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwobu’s office at (336) 802-2930.
Where did Dr. Nwobu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Lagos
Is Dr. Nwobu board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwobu speak?
Dr. Nwobu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwobu treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nwobu 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. Nwobu. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Nwobu perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwobu's office.
Does Dr. Nwobu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwobu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 802-2930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwobu accept in High Point, NC?
Dr. Nwobu in High Point, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of North Carolina
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Where is Dr. Nwobu's office located?
Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu's Primary Practice
4515 Premier Dr Ste 403
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 802-2930
What is Dr. Nwobu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwobu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366645848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwobu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwobu
What is Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu's specialty?
Dr. Nwobu is a Nephrologist near High Point, NC. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Nwobu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwobu is affiliated with High Point 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 Ikechukwu Nwobu accepting new patients in High Point, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwobu's office at (336) 802-2930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ikechukwu Nwobu?
Please contact Dr. Nwobu's office at (336) 802-2930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu have?
Dr. Ikechukwu Nwobu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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