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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ukwe, Pediatrician in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ukwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ukwe’s office at (479) 314-1101.
Is Dr. Ukwe board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ukwe speak?
Dr. Ukwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ukwe typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ukwe 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. Ukwe. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ukwe typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Ukwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ukwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Ukwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 314-1101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ukwe accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Ukwe in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Ukwe's office located?
Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe's Primary Practice
7303 Rogers Ave Ste 200
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-1101
What is Dr. Ukwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ukwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548572027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ukwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ukwe
What is Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe's specialty?
Dr. Ukwe is a Pediatrician near Fort Smith, 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. Ndidibuike Ukwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ukwe is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Ndidibuike Ukwe accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ukwe's office at (479) 314-1101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ndidibuike Ukwe?
Please contact Dr. Ukwe's office at (479) 314-1101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe have?
Dr. Ndidibuike Ukwe is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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