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Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo, MD

Florence, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Egbujo, Internist in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Egbujo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Egbujo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Egbujo’s office at (843) 674-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Egbujo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Egbujo typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Egbujo 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. Egbujo. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Egbujo typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Egbujo 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. Egbujo. 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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Egbujo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Egbujo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 674-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Egbujo accept in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Egbujo in Florence, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Egbujo's office located?

    Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo's Primary Practice

    805 Pamplico Hwy

    Florence, SC 29505

    (843) 674-5000

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    Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo's Practice 2

    3655 Mitchell St

    Loris, SC 29569

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    Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo's Practice 3

    111 Doctor Cir

    Columbia, SC 29203

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

    Dr. Egbujo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497231211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Egbujo?

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

    What is Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo's specialty?

    Dr. Egbujo is an Internist near Florence, SC.

    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 Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Egbujo is affiliated with Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health University Medical Center, Trident Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Mcleod Health Loris, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo accepting new patients in Florence, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Egbujo's office at (843) 674-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Uchechukwu Egbujo?

    Please contact Dr. Egbujo's office at (843) 674-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Egbujo's office located?

    Dr. Egbujo's offices are located in Florence, SC, Loris, SC, and Columbia, SC.