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Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nwankwo?
Dr. Ugonna Nwankwo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nwankwo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease-Adult, Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA), Ventricular Septal Defect, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Nwankwo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?
Dr. Nwankwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Nwankwo typically treat?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
What procedures does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Nwankwo typically perform?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ugonna Nwankwo may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Nwankwo in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Nwankwo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Nwankwo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Nwankwo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356661433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwankwo