Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwagwu, Neurosurgeon in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Mission Viejo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nwagwu graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at New York Med College St Agnes. Dr. Nwagwu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwagwu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwagwu’s office at (949) 388-7190.
Where did Dr. Nwagwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Med College St Agnes | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
What languages does Dr. Nwagwu speak?
Dr. Nwagwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nwagwu treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nwagwu 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. Nwagwu. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S069XAA: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Does Dr. Nwagwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwagwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 388-7190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwagwu accept in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Nwagwu in Mission Viejo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwagwu's office located?
Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu's Primary Practice
26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 541
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 388-7190
What is Dr. Nwagwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwagwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669552808.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwagwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwagwu
What is Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu's specialty?
Dr. Nwagwu is a Neurosurgeon near Mission Viejo, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Nwagwu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwagwu is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Henry Ford Hospital 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 Chiedozie Nwagwu accepting new patients in Mission Viejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chiedozie Nwagwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwagwu's office at (949) 388-7190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chiedozie Nwagwu?
Please contact Dr. Nwagwu's office at (949) 388-7190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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