29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ngwu, Specialist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Ogundu Ngwu, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ngwu graduated from Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Hartford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ngwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ngwu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ngwu’s office at (240) 632-4000.
Where did Dr. Ngwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St. Elizabeth's Hosp of Boston, Boston MA | Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center, Boston MA | Cardiology, St Elizabeth's Medical Center/Tuft's University, Boston, MA USA | Electrophysiology, Harvard Medical School/BIDMC, Boston, MA USA | St. Elizabeths Hosp. Med. Ctr - Youngstown | Beth Isreal/ Deaconess Hospitals
Residency: St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Hartford Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ngwu board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ogundu Ngwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Ngwu speak?
Dr. Ngwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Ngwu typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ngwu 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. Ngwu. 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:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Other Circulatory System Disease
- Heart Disease
- Past Heart Condition
- Previous Cardiovascular Disease
- History of Blood Vessel Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8679: Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Ngwu typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ngwu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ngwu. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Ngwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ngwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ngwu accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Ngwu in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ngwu's office located?
Dr. Ogundu Ngwu's Primary Practice
655 Watkins Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 632-4000
What is Dr. Ngwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ngwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376517003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ngwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ngwu
What is Dr. Ogundu Ngwu's specialty?
Dr. Ngwu is a Specialist near Gaithersburg, MD.
Is this Dr. Ogundu Ngwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ngwu is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Suburban 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
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Is Ogundu Ngwu accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ogundu Ngwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ogundu Ngwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ngwu's office at (240) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ogundu Ngwu?
Please contact Dr. Ngwu's office at (240) 632-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ogundu Ngwu have?
Dr. Ogundu Ngwu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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