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Dr. Chinenye Uchendu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Raeford, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Uchendu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Raeford, NC?

    Dr. Chinenye Uchendu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raeford, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Uchendu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uchendu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uchendu’s office at (718) 963-6768.

    Is Dr. Uchendu board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Chinenye Uchendu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Uchendu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uchendu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uchendu 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. Uchendu. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uchendu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chinenye Uchendu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Uchendu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Uchendu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 963-6768 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Uchendu accept in Raeford, NC?

    Dr. Uchendu in Raeford, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Uchendu's office located?

    Dr. Chinenye Uchendu's Primary Practice

    210 Medical Pavilion Dr

    Raeford, NC 28376

    (718) 963-6768

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    Dr. Chinenye Uchendu's Practice 2

    123 Sunnybrook Rd Ste 140

    Raleigh, NC 27610

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    Dr. Chinenye Uchendu's Practice 3

    4411 Ben Franklin Blvd

    Durham, NC 27704

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

    Dr. Uchendu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093042640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uchendu?

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

    What is Dr. Chinenye Uchendu's specialty?

    Dr. Uchendu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Raeford, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Chinenye Uchendu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Uchendu is affiliated with Central Carolina Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Chinenye Uchendu accepting new patients in Raeford, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Chinenye Uchendu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chinenye Uchendu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Uchendu's office at (718) 963-6768 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chinenye Uchendu?

    Please contact Dr. Uchendu's office at (718) 963-6768 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Uchendu's office located?

    Dr. Uchendu's offices are located in Raeford, NC, Raleigh, NC, and Durham, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chinenye Uchendu have?

    Dr. Chinenye Uchendu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.