36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Igwe, Family Medicine Specialist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Livingstone Igwe is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Igwe completed his residency at Hlth Partners Inst Med Educ, Family Medicine. Dr. Igwe is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Igwe’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Igwe’s office at (218) 786-3550.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Igwe?
Dr. Livingstone Igwe is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Igwe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Duluth, MN community, Dr. Igwe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Igwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hlth Partners Inst Med Educ, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria
Is Dr. Igwe board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Livingstone Igwe is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Igwe speak?
Dr. Igwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Igwe typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Igwe 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. Igwe. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Personality Disorder
- BPD
- Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F603: Borderline personality disorder
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Igwe typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Livingstone Igwe may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Igwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Igwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Igwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Igwe accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Igwe in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
Other TPA
UCare Minnesota
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Igwe's office located?
Dr. Livingstone Igwe's Primary Practice
4621 E Superior St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 786-3550
What is Dr. Igwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Igwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588693238.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Igwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Igwe
What is Dr. Livingstone Igwe's specialty?
Dr. Igwe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Duluth, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Livingstone Igwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Igwe is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Livingstone Igwe accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Livingstone Igwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Livingstone Igwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Igwe's office at (218) 786-3550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Livingstone Igwe?
Please contact Dr. Igwe's office at (218) 786-3550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Livingstone Igwe have?
Dr. Livingstone Igwe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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