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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwokeh, Internist in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Chika Nwokeh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nwokeh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwokeh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwokeh’s office at (973) 831-5000.
Is Dr. Nwokeh board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chika Nwokeh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwokeh speak?
Dr. Nwokeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwokeh treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nwokeh 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. Nwokeh. 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:
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Withdrawal with Perceptual Disturbances
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
- Alcohol withdrawal hallucinations
- Delirium tremens symptoms
- Sensory changes from alcohol withdrawal
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
- F10232: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal with perceptual disturbance
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Breakdown
- Acute Muscle Injury
- Myoglobinuria
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6282: Rhabdomyolysis
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Done Due to Patient Decision
- Patient Refused Treatment
- Treatment Declined by Patient
- Canceled Procedure by Patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5329: Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for other reasons
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Nwokeh perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chika Nwokeh may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwokeh's office.
Does Dr. Nwokeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwokeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 831-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwokeh accept in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Nwokeh in East Orange, 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
ArcBest Corporation
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwokeh's office located?
What is Dr. Nwokeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwokeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740414713.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwokeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwokeh
What is Dr. Chika Nwokeh's specialty?
Dr. Nwokeh is a Internist near East Orange, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Nwokeh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chika Nwokeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwokeh is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Chika Nwokeh accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Chika Nwokeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chika Nwokeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwokeh's office at (973) 831-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chika Nwokeh?
Please contact Dr. Nwokeh's office at (973) 831-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chika Nwokeh have?
Dr. Chika Nwokeh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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