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Who is Dr. Ugwu, Internist in Buffalo, MN?
Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ugwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugwu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugwu’s office at (763) 295-2921.
What languages does Dr. Ugwu speak?
Dr. Ugwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ugwu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ugwu 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. Ugwu. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ugwu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ugwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 295-2921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugwu accept in Buffalo, MN?
Dr. Ugwu in Buffalo, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ugwu's office located?
Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu's Primary Practice
1700 Highway 25 N
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 295-2921
What is Dr. Ugwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013989417.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugwu
What is Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu's specialty?
Dr. Ugwu is a Internist near Buffalo, MN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ugwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Centracare - Monticello Hospital, Buffalo Hospital, North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ositadimma Ugwu accepting new patients in Buffalo, MN?
Yes, Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ositadimma Ugwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office at (763) 295-2921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ositadimma Ugwu?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office at (763) 295-2921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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