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Dr. Linus Nweke, MD

Hospitalist

New York, NY

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 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Nweke typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nweke typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Linus Nweke may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nweke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nweke's office located?

    Dr. Linus Nweke's Primary Practice

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 263-7300

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    Dr. Linus Nweke's Practice 2

    400 E Main St

    Mount Kisco, NY 10549

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    What is Dr. Nweke's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is 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 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Linus Nweke?

    Please contact Dr. Nweke's office at (212) 263-7300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nweke's office located?

    Dr. Nweke's offices are located in New York, NY and Mount Kisco, NY.