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Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim, MD

Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim, MD

Glen Burnie, MD

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    Who is Dr. Nwodim, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nwodim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwodim’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwodim’s office at (410) 768-5050.

    What languages does Dr. Nwodim speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Nwodim 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. Nwodim. 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:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Nwodim 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. Nwodim. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Nwodim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwodim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 768-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwodim accept in Glen Burnie, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nwodim's office located?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim's Primary Practice

    1600 Crain Hwy S Ste 401

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

    (410) 768-5050

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    Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim's Practice 2

    5A Mayo Rd

    Edgewater, MD 21037

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    Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim's Practice 3

    7467 Ridge Rd Ste 140

    Hanover, MD 21076

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

    Dr. Nwodim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972739175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwodim?

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

    What is Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim's specialty?

    Dr. Nwodim is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Glen Burnie, MD.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

    Is this Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nwodim 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 Chukwuemeka Nwodim accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwodim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwodim's office at (410) 768-5050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chukwuemeka Nwodim?

    Please contact Dr. Nwodim's office at (410) 768-5050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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