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Who is Dr. Kanu, Hospitalist in Rhinelander, WI?
Dr. Okechukwu Kanu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rhinelander, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kanu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanu’s office.
Is Dr. Kanu board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Kanu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kanu speak?
Dr. Kanu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kanu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kanu 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. Kanu. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kanu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Okechukwu Kanu may include:
Please contact Dr. Kanu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kanu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kanu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kanu accept in Rhinelander, WI?
Dr. Kanu in Rhinelander, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kanu's office located?
What is Dr. Kanu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kanu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871817593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanu
What is Dr. Okechukwu Kanu's specialty?
Dr. Kanu is a Hospitalist near Rhinelander, WI.
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 this Dr. Okechukwu Kanu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kanu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Aurora Sports Health & Mobility Center. 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Okechukwu Kanu accepting new patients in Rhinelander, WI?
Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Kanu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Okechukwu Kanu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kanu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Okechukwu Kanu?
Please contact Dr. Kanu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Okechukwu Kanu have?
Dr. Okechukwu Kanu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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