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Dr. John Mwangi, MD

Dr. John Mwangi, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mwangi, Hospitalist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. John Mwangi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mwangi completed his residency at St. Mary's Health Center - St. Louis, MO. Dr. Mwangi is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mwangi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mwangi’s office at (314) 653-5643.

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

    • Fellowship: Saint Louis University School of Medicine (STL)

    • Residency: St. Mary's Health Center - St. Louis, MO

    • Medical School: University of Nairobi, Kenya

    Is Dr. Mwangi board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. John Mwangi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mwangi speak?

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

    • English
    • Swahili

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mwangi typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mwangi 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. Mwangi. 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:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mwangi typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. John Mwangi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mwangi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mwangi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mwangi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 653-5643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mwangi accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Mwangi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • FMH Benefit Services

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Mwangi's office located?

    Dr. John Mwangi's Primary Practice

    2315 Dougherty Ferry Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63122

    (314) 653-5643

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    Dr. John Mwangi's Practice 2

    670 Mason Ridge Center Dr Ste 300

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

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    Dr. John Mwangi's Practice 3

    3660 Vista Ave Ste 202

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

    Dr. Mwangi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699903831.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mwangi?

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

    What is Dr. John Mwangi's specialty?

    Dr. Mwangi is a Hospitalist near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. John Mwangi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mwangi is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, Anderson Hospital, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Dr. John Mwangi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. John Mwangi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Mwangi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mwangi's office at (314) 653-5643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Mwangi?

    Please contact Dr. Mwangi's office at (314) 653-5643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mwangi's office located?

    Dr. Mwangi's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Mwangi have?

    Dr. John Mwangi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.