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Who is Dr. Kalu, Surgical Oncologist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Ogori Kalu, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kalu is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalu’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kalu speak?
Dr. Kalu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kalu treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kalu 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. Kalu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Pressure Sore
- Deep Tissue Pressure Injury
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Deep Bedsore
- Pressure-Induced Tissue Damage
- Suspected Deep Tissue Injury
- Deep Tissue Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
- L89616: Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of right heel
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89626: Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of left heel
Also known as:
- Skin and Nail Yeast Infection
- Nail Disease
- Skin Infection
- Yeast Infection
- Cutaneous candidiasis
- Onychomycosis (Candida)
- Candida skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B372: Candidiasis of skin and nail
Also known as:
- Diaper Rash
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Rashes
- Diaper dermatitis
- Nappy rash
- Baby rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L22: Diaper dermatitis
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Irritant Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin irritation
- Contact rash
- Non-allergic skin reaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2489: Irritant contact dermatitis due to other agents
Also known as:
- Other Skin Changes
- Skin Condition
- Unusual Skin Symptoms
- Skin Discoloration
- Skin Texture Changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R238: Other skin changes
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Traumatic wound opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- Injury wound dehiscence
- Traumatic wound separation
- Injury stitches came open
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8133XA: Disruption of traumatic injury wound repair, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Kalu perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ogori Kalu may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kalu's office.
Does Dr. Kalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalu 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. Kalu accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Kalu in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kalu's office located?
Dr. Ogori Kalu's Practice 2
81 Northfield Ave Ste 101
West Orange, NJ 07052
(973) 669-5931
What is Dr. Kalu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992942676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalu
What is Dr. Ogori Kalu's specialty?
Dr. Kalu is a Surgical Oncologist near Newark, NJ. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Kalu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ogori Kalu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kalu 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
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Is Ogori Kalu accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ogori Kalu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ogori Kalu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ogori Kalu?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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