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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uwedjojevwe, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Leticia Uwedjojevwe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Uwedjojevwe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uwedjojevwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uwedjojevwe’s office at (619) 934-2215.
Where did Dr. Uwedjojevwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University De Panama, Fac De Med, Panama City, Panama
What languages does Dr. Uwedjojevwe speak?
Dr. Uwedjojevwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Uwedjojevwe typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Uwedjojevwe 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. Uwedjojevwe. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Uwedjojevwe typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Uwedjojevwe 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. Uwedjojevwe. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Uwedjojevwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Uwedjojevwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 934-2215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uwedjojevwe accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Uwedjojevwe in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
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Where is Dr. Uwedjojevwe's office located?
Dr. Leticia Uwedjojevwe's Primary Practice
340 Fourth Ave Ste 10
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 934-2215
What is Dr. Uwedjojevwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uwedjojevwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891882221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uwedjojevwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uwedjojevwe
What is Dr. Leticia Uwedjojevwe's specialty?
Dr. Uwedjojevwe is a Internist near Chula Vista, CA.
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. Leticia Uwedjojevwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uwedjojevwe is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Leticia Uwedjojevwe accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leticia Uwedjojevwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leticia Uwedjojevwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uwedjojevwe's office at (619) 934-2215 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leticia Uwedjojevwe?
Please contact Dr. Uwedjojevwe's office at (619) 934-2215 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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