UB
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Banks, Cardiologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Ugoala Banks, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Banks is fluent in English, Hebrew, Igbo, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banks’s office at (248) 660-1220.
Where did Dr. Banks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Banks speak?
Dr. Banks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Igbo
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Banks treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Banks 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. Banks. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does Dr. Banks perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Banks performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Banks. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Does Dr. Banks accept my insurance?
Dr. Banks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 660-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banks accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Banks in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Banks' office located?
What is Dr. Banks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962596700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banks
What is Dr. Ugoala Banks's specialty?
Dr. Banks is a Cardiologist near Cincinnati, OH. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Banks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ugoala Banks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banks is affiliated with UC Medical Center, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, The Christ Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati 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 Cardiologist?
Explore Cardiologist with 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 Ugoala Banks accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ugoala Banks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ugoala Banks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banks's office at (248) 660-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ugoala Banks?
Please contact Dr. Banks's office at (248) 660-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Cardiologist Near Cincinnati, OH
HT
Pediatric Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Hieu Ta, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH.
Cincinnati, OH
KJ
Pediatric Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Kimberley Jacobs, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH.
Cincinnati, OH
Pediatric Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Eunice Hahn, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Cincinnati, OH