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Who is Dr. Edokpayi, Internist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Nneka Edokpayi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Edokpayi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edokpayi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edokpayi’s office at (832) 564-3526.
What languages does Dr. Edokpayi speak?
Dr. Edokpayi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Edokpayi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Edokpayi 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. Edokpayi. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Edokpayi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Edokpayi 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. Edokpayi. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Edokpayi accept my insurance?
Dr. Edokpayi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 564-3526 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Edokpayi accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Edokpayi in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Edokpayi's office located?
Dr. Nneka Edokpayi's Primary Practice
118 Eldridge Rd Ste A
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(832) 564-3526
What is Dr. Edokpayi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edokpayi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205064102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edokpayi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edokpayi
What is Dr. Nneka Edokpayi's specialty?
Dr. Edokpayi is a Internist near Sugar Land, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nneka Edokpayi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Edokpayi is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest, Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nneka Edokpayi accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nneka Edokpayi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nneka Edokpayi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edokpayi's office at (832) 564-3526 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nneka Edokpayi?
Please contact Dr. Edokpayi's office at (832) 564-3526 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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