Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Edema, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Independence, OH?
Dr. Ukuemi Edema, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Independence, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Edema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edema’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edema’s office at (718) 920-4695.
What languages does Dr. Edema speak?
Dr. Edema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Edema typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Edema 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. Edema. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Cell Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Lymphoid Tissue Tumor
- Hematopoietic Neoplasm
- Uncertain Blood Tumor
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D47Z9: Other specified neoplasms of uncertain behavior of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue
- D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Edema typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ukuemi Edema may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Edema's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Edema accept my insurance?
Dr. Edema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 920-4695 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Edema accept in Independence, OH?
Dr. Edema in Independence, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Edema's office located?
Dr. Ukuemi Edema's Primary Practice
6801 Brecksville Rd
Independence, OH 44131
(718) 920-4695
What is Dr. Edema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528677853.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edema
What is Dr. Ukuemi Edema's specialty?
Dr. Edema is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Independence, OH.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Ukuemi Edema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Edema is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Medina Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Union Hospital - Dover, Oh 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ukuemi Edema accepting new patients in Independence, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ukuemi Edema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ukuemi Edema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edema's office at (718) 920-4695 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ukuemi Edema?
Please contact Dr. Edema's office at (718) 920-4695 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>