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Who is Dr. Obiekwe, Hospitalist in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Onwura Obiekwe, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Griffin, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Obiekwe graduated from University Lagos and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. He is a member of the Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Obiekwe is fluent in English, Igbo, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obiekwe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obiekwe’s office.
Where did Dr. Obiekwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria | University Lagos | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Obiekwe board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Onwura Obiekwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Obiekwe speak?
Dr. Obiekwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Obiekwe treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Obiekwe 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. Obiekwe. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Obiekwe perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Onwura Obiekwe may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obiekwe's office.
Does Dr. Obiekwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Obiekwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obiekwe accept in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Obiekwe in Griffin, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Family Health Network
Humana
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Obiekwe's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Onwura Obiekwe?
Dr. Obiekwe has appointments available at his Griffin, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
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Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Onwura Obiekwe a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Obiekwe has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Obiekwe, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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What is Dr. Obiekwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obiekwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972585446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obiekwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obiekwe
What is Dr. Onwura Obiekwe's specialty?
Dr. Obiekwe is a Hospitalist near Griffin, GA. 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. Obiekwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Onwura Obiekwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Obiekwe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wellstar Spalding Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Onwura Obiekwe accepting new patients in Griffin, GA?
Yes, Dr. Onwura Obiekwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Onwura Obiekwe offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Obiekwe, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Onwura Obiekwe?
Please contact Dr. Obiekwe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Onwura Obiekwe have?
Dr. Onwura Obiekwe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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