Dr. Uchenna Nwaneri, MD

Greenbelt, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nwaneri, Orthopedic Surgeon in Greenbelt, MD?

Dr. Uchenna Nwaneri, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Greenbelt, MD. Dr. Nwaneri graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard University, Washington, Dc. Dr. Nwaneri is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwaneri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwaneri’s office at (301) 446-1634.

Where did Dr. Nwaneri go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Howard University, Washington, Dc | Howard University Program
Medical School: Howard Univ College of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Nwaneri speak?

Dr. Nwaneri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nwaneri typically treat?

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nwaneri 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. Nwaneri. 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:

Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
Cartilage Disorder
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Torn meniscus
Knee cartilage tear
Meniscal injury
Torn knee cartilage

ICD-10 Codes:

S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

Also known as:

Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis of the left knee
Osteoarthritis
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

Also known as:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

Also known as:

Left Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25512: Pain in left shoulder

What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nwaneri typically perform?

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nwaneri 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. Nwaneri. 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:

Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
Endoscopy
Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
Knee Cartilage Shaving
Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

CPT Codes:

29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

Does Dr. Nwaneri accept my insurance?

Dr. Nwaneri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 446-1634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nwaneri accept in Greenbelt, MD?

Dr. Nwaneri in Greenbelt, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Nwaneri's office located?

Dr. Uchenna Nwaneri's Primary Practice

7300 Hanover Dr Ste 103

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 446-1634

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What hospitals are Dr. Nwaneri affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Nwaneri has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center,Lanham, MD

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

What is Dr. Nwaneri's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Nwaneri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538221114.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwaneri?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwaneri

What is Dr. Uchenna Nwaneri's specialty?

Dr. Nwaneri is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Greenbelt, MD.

What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

Is Dr. Uchenna Nwaneri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nwaneri is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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