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
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Inland Empire
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
What is Dr. Ukpong's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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 Charles Ukpong?
Please contact Dr. Ukpong's office at (760) 340-3911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Ukpong have?
Dr. Charles Ukpong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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