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Who is Dr. Oguakwa, Family Medicine Specialist in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Oguakwa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oguakwa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oguakwa’s office.
Where did Dr. Oguakwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul Korea (South/Republic Of) South Korea | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Oguakwa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Oguakwa speak?
Dr. Oguakwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oguakwa typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oguakwa 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. Oguakwa. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, 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 Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oguakwa typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Oguakwa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oguakwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Oguakwa 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. Oguakwa accept in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Oguakwa in Puyallup, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Oguakwa's office located?
What is Dr. Oguakwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oguakwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063501534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oguakwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oguakwa
What is Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa's specialty?
Dr. Oguakwa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Puyallup, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Oguakwa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Ifesinachi Oguakwa accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oguakwa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ifesinachi Oguakwa?
Please contact Dr. Oguakwa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa have?
Dr. Ifesinachi Oguakwa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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