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Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu, MD

Cambridge, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Obionwu, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Cambridge, MA?

    Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Obionwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obionwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obionwu’s office at (617) 258-6896.

    What languages does Dr. Obionwu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obionwu typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obionwu 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. Obionwu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Obionwu typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Obionwu 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. Obionwu. 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:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Ganglion Cyst Aspiration or Injection
    • Ganglion Cyst Drainage
    • Cyst Fluid Removal
    • Ganglion Cyst Treatment
    • Cyst Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20612: Aspiration and/or injection of ganglion cyst(s) any location

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Obionwu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Obionwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 258-6896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Obionwu accept in Cambridge, MA?

    Dr. Obionwu in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Obionwu's office located?

    Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu's Primary Practice

    25 Carleton St

    Cambridge, MA 02142

    (617) 258-6896

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    Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu's Practice 2

    195 Canal St

    Malden, MA 02148

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    Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu's Practice 3

    77 Massachusetts Ave Bldg E23

    Cambridge, MA 02139

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

    Dr. Obionwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679929715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obionwu?

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

    What is Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu's specialty?

    Dr. Obionwu is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Cambridge, MA.

    What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.

    Is this Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Obionwu is affiliated with Emerson Health, Boston 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist. 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 Chukwueloka Obionwu accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chukwueloka Obionwu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Obionwu's office at (617) 258-6896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chukwueloka Obionwu?

    Please contact Dr. Obionwu's office at (617) 258-6896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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