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Dr. Obioma Onuorah, MD

Dr. Obioma Onuorah, MD

Nephrologist

Richland, WA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Onuorah, Nephrologist in Richland, WA?

    Dr. Obioma Onuorah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Richland, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Onuorah completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Nephrology; Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Onuorah is fluent in English, Igbo, Papuan languages, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onuorah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onuorah’s office at (509) 578-1714.

    Where did Dr. Onuorah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Nephrology; Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Onuorah board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Obioma Onuorah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Onuorah speak?

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

    • English
    • Igbo
    • Papuan languages
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Onuorah typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Onuorah 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. Onuorah. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Onuorah typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Obioma Onuorah may include:

    Please contact Dr. Onuorah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Onuorah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Onuorah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 578-1714 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Onuorah accept in Richland, WA?

    Dr. Onuorah in Richland, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Onuorah's office located?

    Dr. Obioma Onuorah's Primary Practice

    953 Stevens Dr Ste C

    Richland, WA 99352

    (509) 578-1714

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    Dr. Obioma Onuorah's Practice 2

    521 N Young St

    Kennewick, WA 99336

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

    Dr. Onuorah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982706818.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onuorah?

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

    What is Dr. Obioma Onuorah's specialty?

    Dr. Onuorah is a Nephrologist near Richland, WA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Obioma Onuorah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Onuorah is affiliated with Kadlec Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Gritman Medical Center 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Obioma Onuorah accepting new patients in Richland, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Obioma Onuorah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Obioma Onuorah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Onuorah's office at (509) 578-1714 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Obioma Onuorah?

    Please contact Dr. Onuorah's office at (509) 578-1714 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Onuorah's office located?

    Dr. Onuorah's offices are located in Richland, WA and Kennewick, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Obioma Onuorah have?

    Dr. Obioma Onuorah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.