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Dr. Chukwuyem Obia, MD
Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
,Clinical Pathologist
Maywood, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obia, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Chukwuyem Obia, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Obia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obia’s office at (708) 216-8372.
What languages does Dr. Obia speak?
Dr. Obia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Obia treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Obia 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. Obia. 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.
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Which procedures does Dr. Obia perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chukwuyem Obia 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obia's office.
Does Dr. Obia accept my insurance?
Dr. Obia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-8372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obia accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Obia in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Ultimate Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Obia's office located?
What is Dr. Obia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598224479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obia
What is Dr. Chukwuyem Obia's specialty?
Dr. Obia is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Maywood, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Obia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chukwuyem Obia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obia is affiliated with Hca Florida Ocala Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Chukwuyem Obia accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chukwuyem Obia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwuyem Obia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obia's office at (708) 216-8372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwuyem Obia?
Please contact Dr. Obia's office at (708) 216-8372 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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