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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Nwankwo graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Nwankwo is fluent in English, Igbo, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankwo’s office at (301) 330-4243.
Where did Dr. Nwankwo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Howard University Program
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Nwankwo board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?
Dr. Nwankwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nwankwo treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nwankwo perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office.
Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 330-4243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Nwankwo in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Johns Hopkins
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?
Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo's Primary Practice
17 Firstfield Rd Ste 200
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 330-4243
What is Dr. Nwankwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467621623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwankwo
What is Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo's specialty?
Dr. Nwankwo is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Gaithersburg, MD. Contact Dr. Nwankwo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwankwo is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Cecilia Nwankwo accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (301) 330-4243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cecilia Nwankwo?
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (301) 330-4243 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo have?
Dr. Cecilia Nwankwo is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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