23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Osondu, Infectious Disease Specialist in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Ngozi Osondu, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Osondu graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed her residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston. She is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Osondu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Osondu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Osondu’s office at (623) 879-7336.
Where did Dr. Osondu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Medicine and Dentistry - New Jersey | (Infectious Disease), UMDNJ-NEW JERSEY MEDICAL SCHOOL, NEWARK, NJ
Residency: Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston | St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Osondu board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Osondu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Osondu speak?
Dr. Osondu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Osondu typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Osondu 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. Osondu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infection After a Medical Procedure
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Post-operative infection
- Surgical site infection
- Procedure-related infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8140XD: Infection following a procedure, unspecified, subsequent encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Osondu typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ngozi Osondu may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Osondu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Osondu accept my insurance?
Dr. Osondu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 879-7336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Osondu accept in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Osondu in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Osondu's office located?
Dr. Ngozi Osondu's Primary Practice
5310 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 201
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 879-7336
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Osondu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Osondu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598778177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Osondu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Osondu
What is Dr. Ngozi Osondu's specialty?
Dr. Osondu is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Glendale, AZ.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Ngozi Osondu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Osondu is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ngozi Osondu accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Osondu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ngozi Osondu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Osondu's office at (623) 879-7336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ngozi Osondu?
Please contact Dr. Osondu's office at (623) 879-7336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ngozi Osondu have?
Dr. Ngozi Osondu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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