29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nkwonta, Internist in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Joyce Nkwonta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Nkwonta completed her residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nkwonta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nkwonta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nkwonta’s office at (908) 561-9733.
Where did Dr. Nkwonta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nkwonta board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joyce Nkwonta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nkwonta speak?
Dr. Nkwonta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nkwonta typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nkwonta 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. Nkwonta. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nkwonta typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Nkwonta 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. Nkwonta. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Nkwonta accept my insurance?
Dr. Nkwonta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 561-9733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nkwonta accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Nkwonta in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nkwonta's office located?
What is Dr. Nkwonta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nkwonta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467408047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nkwonta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nkwonta
What is Dr. Joyce Nkwonta's specialty?
Dr. Nkwonta is a Internist near Morristown, NJ.
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 this Dr. Joyce Nkwonta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nkwonta is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate 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 Joyce Nkwonta accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Joyce Nkwonta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joyce Nkwonta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nkwonta's office at (908) 561-9733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joyce Nkwonta?
Please contact Dr. Nkwonta's office at (908) 561-9733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Nkwonta have?
Dr. Joyce Nkwonta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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