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Who is Dr. Ojiaku, Family Medicine Specialist in Carlsbad, NM?
Dr. Herbert Ojiaku, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ojiaku is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ojiaku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ojiaku’s office at (505) 887-2455.
Is Dr. Ojiaku board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Ojiaku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ojiaku speak?
Dr. Ojiaku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ojiaku typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ojiaku 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. Ojiaku. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ojiaku typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Herbert Ojiaku may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ojiaku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ojiaku accept my insurance?
Dr. Ojiaku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 887-2455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ojiaku accept in Carlsbad, NM?
Dr. Ojiaku in Carlsbad, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ojiaku's office located?
Dr. Herbert Ojiaku's Primary Practice
906 W Pierce St Ste B
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 887-2455
What is Dr. Ojiaku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ojiaku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619047610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ojiaku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ojiaku
What is Dr. Herbert Ojiaku's specialty?
Dr. Ojiaku is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carlsbad, NM.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Herbert Ojiaku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ojiaku is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nor-Lea Hospital District. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Herbert Ojiaku accepting new patients in Carlsbad, NM?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Ojiaku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herbert Ojiaku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ojiaku's office at (505) 887-2455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herbert Ojiaku?
Please contact Dr. Ojiaku's office at (505) 887-2455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Ojiaku have?
Dr. Herbert Ojiaku is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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