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Dr. Kris Nwokeji, MD

Newport, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwokeji, Pediatrician in Newport, AR?

    Dr. Kris Nwokeji, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Newport, AR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nwokeji is fluent in English, Igbo, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwokeji’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwokeji’s office at (870) 333-5466.

    What languages does Dr. Nwokeji speak?

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

    • English

    • Igbo

    • Yoruba

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nwokeji typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nwokeji 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. Nwokeji. 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nwokeji typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nwokeji 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. Nwokeji. 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Nwokeji accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwokeji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 333-5466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwokeji accept in Newport, AR?

    Dr. Nwokeji in Newport, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Premier

    • State of Arkansas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nwokeji's office located?

    Dr. Kris Nwokeji's Primary Practice

    1117 McLain St Ste 600

    Newport, AR 72112

    (870) 333-5466

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    Dr. Kris Nwokeji's Practice 2

    2101 Malcolm Ave Ste 101

    Newport, AR 72112

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    Dr. Kris Nwokeji's Practice 3

    3410 E Johnson Ave Ste T

    Jonesboro, AR 72405

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

    Dr. Nwokeji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598099632.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwokeji?

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

    What is Dr. Kris Nwokeji's specialty?

    Dr. Nwokeji is a Pediatrician near Newport, AR.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Kris Nwokeji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwokeji is affiliated with St. Bernards 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Kris Nwokeji accepting new patients in Newport, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Kris Nwokeji is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kris Nwokeji offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwokeji's office at (870) 333-5466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kris Nwokeji?

    Please contact Dr. Nwokeji's office at (870) 333-5466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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