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Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma, MD

Columbus, OH

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ijioma, Interventional Cardiologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ijioma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ijioma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ijioma’s office.

    Where did Dr. Ijioma go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul Korea (South/Republic Of) South Korea

    Is Dr. Ijioma board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ijioma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ijioma treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ijioma 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. Ijioma. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
    • Atherosclerosis in grafts
    • Silent coronary artery disease in grafts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
    • I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hard-to-Treat High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension
    • Resistant Hypertension
    • Refractory Hypertension
    • Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
    • I1A0: Resistant hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Ijioma perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ijioma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ijioma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ijioma accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Ijioma in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ijioma's office located?

    Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma's Primary Practice

    543 Taylor Ave

    Columbus, OH 43203

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    Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma's Practice 2

    300 W Good Samaritan Dr

    Warren, MN 56762

    (218) 745-4211

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    Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma's Practice 3

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

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

    Dr. Ijioma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689872756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ijioma?

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

    What is Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma's specialty?

    Dr. Ijioma is a Interventional Cardiologist near Columbus, OH. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Ijioma to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ijioma is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?

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    Is Nkechinyere Ijioma accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ijioma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nkechinyere Ijioma?

    Please contact Dr. Ijioma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma have?

    Dr. Nkechinyere Ijioma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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