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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iwuaba, Hospitalist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Iwuaba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iwuaba’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iwuaba’s office at (201) 894-3364.
What languages does Dr. Iwuaba speak?
Dr. Iwuaba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Iwuaba typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Iwuaba 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. Iwuaba. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Iwuaba typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba may include:
Please contact Dr. Iwuaba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Iwuaba accept my insurance?
Dr. Iwuaba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 894-3364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iwuaba accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Iwuaba in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Elderplan
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Iwuaba's office located?
Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba's Primary Practice
1650 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10457
(201) 894-3364
What is Dr. Iwuaba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iwuaba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588291058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iwuaba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iwuaba
What is Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba's specialty?
Dr. Iwuaba is a Hospitalist near Bronx, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iwuaba is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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
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Is Chinazor Iwuaba accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chinazor Iwuaba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iwuaba's office at (201) 894-3364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chinazor Iwuaba?
Please contact Dr. Iwuaba's office at (201) 894-3364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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