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Dr. Ferdinand Osuji, MD

Oneonta, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Osuji, Internist in Oneonta, AL?

    Dr. Ferdinand Osuji, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oneonta, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Osuji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Osuji’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Osuji’s office at (229) 312-5222.

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

    • Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Osuji board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ferdinand Osuji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Osuji speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Osuji treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Osuji 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. Osuji. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest 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
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Osuji perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ferdinand Osuji may include:

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

    Does Dr. Osuji accept my insurance?

    Dr. Osuji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 312-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Osuji accept in Oneonta, AL?

    Dr. Osuji in Oneonta, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Osuji's office located?

    Dr. Ferdinand Osuji's Primary Practice

    150 Gilbreath Dr

    Oneonta, AL 35121

    (229) 312-5222

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    Dr. Ferdinand Osuji's Practice 2

    600 S 3rd St

    Gadsden, AL 35901

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

    Dr. Osuji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821169186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Osuji?

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

    What is Dr. Ferdinand Osuji's specialty?

    Dr. Osuji is a Internist near Oneonta, AL.

    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. Osuji to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ferdinand Osuji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Osuji is affiliated with UAB Hospital 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 Ferdinand Osuji accepting new patients in Oneonta, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ferdinand Osuji is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ferdinand Osuji offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Osuji's office at (229) 312-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ferdinand Osuji?

    Please contact Dr. Osuji's office at (229) 312-5222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ferdinand Osuji have?

    Dr. Ferdinand Osuji is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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