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Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike, MD

Marshall, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Umezurike, Internist in Marshall, TX?

    Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Marshall, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Umezurike is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umezurike’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umezurike’s office.

    Where did Dr. Umezurike go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Umezurike board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Umezurike speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Umezurike treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Umezurike 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. Umezurike. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Umezurike perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Umezurike's office.

    Does Dr. Umezurike accept my insurance?

    Dr. Umezurike 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. Umezurike accept in Marshall, TX?

    Dr. Umezurike in Marshall, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Umezurike's office located?

    Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike's Primary Practice

    5915 Elysian Fields Rd

    Marshall, TX 75672

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    Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike's Practice 2

    800 E Dawson St

    Tyler, TX 75701

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    Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike's Practice 3

    2600 Saint Michael Dr

    Texarkana, TX 75503

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

    Dr. Umezurike's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144309105.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umezurike?

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

    What is Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike's specialty?

    Dr. Umezurike is a Internist near Marshall, TX.

    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. Umezurike to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Umezurike is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Ikechukwu Umezurike accepting new patients in Marshall, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Umezurike's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ikechukwu Umezurike?

    Please contact Dr. Umezurike's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike have?

    Dr. Ikechukwu Umezurike is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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