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Dr. Charles Ukpong, MD

Dr. Charles Ukpong, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Rancho Mirage, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ukpong, Hospitalist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Charles Ukpong, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Ukpong graduated from University Of Benin, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey City Medical Center. Dr. Ukpong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ukpong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ukpong’s office at (760) 340-3911.

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

    • Residency: Jersey City Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Benin, College of Medicine | University Of Benin, College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ukpong board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Ukpong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ukpong speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ukpong typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ukpong 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. Ukpong. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ukpong typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Ukpong may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ukpong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ukpong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ukpong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ukpong accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Ukpong in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AlphaCare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ukpong's office located?

    Dr. Charles Ukpong's Primary Practice

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 340-3911

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    Dr. Charles Ukpong's Practice 2

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ukpong affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ukpong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Medical Center,Loma Linda, CA
    Desert Regional Medical Center,Palm Springs, CA

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

    Dr. Ukpong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104080662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ukpong?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Ukpong's specialty?

    Dr. Ukpong is a Hospitalist near Rancho Mirage, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Charles Ukpong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ukpong is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. Charles Ukpong accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Ukpong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Ukpong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ukpong's office at (760) 340-3911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Ukpong?

    Please contact Dr. Ukpong's office at (760) 340-3911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ukpong's office located?

    Dr. Ukpong's office is located in Rancho Mirage, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Ukpong have?

    Dr. Charles Ukpong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.