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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nweke, Hospitalist in New York, NY?
Dr. Linus Nweke, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nweke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nweke’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nweke’s office at (212) 263-7300.
What languages does Dr. Nweke speak?
Dr. Nweke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nweke treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nweke 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. Nweke. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Nweke perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Linus Nweke may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nweke's office.
Does Dr. Nweke accept my insurance?
Dr. Nweke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nweke accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Nweke in New York, NY 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nweke's office located?
What is Dr. Nweke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nweke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942761804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nweke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nweke
What is Dr. Linus Nweke's specialty?
Dr. Nweke is a Hospitalist near New York, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Nweke to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linus Nweke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nweke is affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital, Phelps Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Linus Nweke accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Linus Nweke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linus Nweke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nweke's office at (212) 263-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linus Nweke?
Please contact Dr. Nweke's office at (212) 263-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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