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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sido, Internist in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Obukohwo Sido, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Sido graduated from University of Lagos / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sido is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sido’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sido’s office at (704) 861-9117.
Where did Dr. Sido go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sido board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Obukohwo Sido, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sido speak?
Dr. Sido and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sido typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sido 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. Sido. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sido typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Obukohwo Sido may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sido's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sido accept my insurance?
Dr. Sido accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 861-9117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sido accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Sido in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sido's office located?
Dr. Obukohwo Sido's Primary Practice
1343 E Garrison Blvd Ste A
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 861-9117
What is Dr. Sido's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sido's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780781781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sido?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sido
What is Dr. Obukohwo Sido's specialty?
Dr. Sido is a Internist near Gastonia, NC.
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. Obukohwo Sido affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sido is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Obukohwo Sido accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?
Yes, Dr. Obukohwo Sido is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obukohwo Sido offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sido's office at (704) 861-9117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obukohwo Sido?
Please contact Dr. Sido's office at (704) 861-9117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Obukohwo Sido have?
Dr. Obukohwo Sido is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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