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Who is Dr. Igwe, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Okechukwu Igwe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Igwe graduated from University Of Benin, College of Medicine and completed his residency at North Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Igwe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Igwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Igwe’s office at (718) 299-6797.
Where did Dr. Igwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | NORTH GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Benin, College of Medicine | University Of Benin, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Igwe board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Igwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Igwe speak?
Dr. Igwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Igwe treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Igwe 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. Igwe. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Paralyzed Walking
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Paralysis in Legs
- Difficulty Walking Due to Paralysis
- Weakness Affecting Walking
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R261: Paralytic gait
- R260: Ataxic gait
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing After Stroke
- Brain Disease
- Swallowing Disorder
- Swallowing difficulties after stroke
- Trouble swallowing
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69891: Dysphagia following other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
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. Igwe perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Okechukwu Igwe 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. Igwe's office.
Does Dr. Igwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Igwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 299-6797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Igwe accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Igwe in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
HealthComp
Healthfirst
Hines Interests LTD Partnership
Leon Medical Centers
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Igwe's office located?
Dr. Okechukwu Igwe's Primary Practice
2015 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10453
(718) 299-6797
What is Dr. Igwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Igwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275763112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Igwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Igwe
What is Dr. Okechukwu Igwe's specialty?
Dr. Igwe is a Internist near Bronx, NY.
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. Igwe to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Okechukwu Igwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Igwe 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 Okechukwu Igwe accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Igwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Okechukwu Igwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Igwe's office at (718) 299-6797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Okechukwu Igwe?
Please contact Dr. Igwe's office at (718) 299-6797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Okechukwu Igwe have?
Dr. Okechukwu Igwe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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