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Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu, MD
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ihemelandu, Surgical Oncologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ihemelandu is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ihemelandu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ihemelandu’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ihemelandu speak?
Dr. Ihemelandu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ihemelandu typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ihemelandu 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. Ihemelandu. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Cancer
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ihemelandu typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ihemelandu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ihemelandu. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Ihemelandu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ihemelandu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ihemelandu accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ihemelandu in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ihemelandu's office located?
What is Dr. Ihemelandu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ihemelandu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396993572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ihemelandu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ihemelandu
What is Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu's specialty?
Dr. Ihemelandu is a Surgical Oncologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ihemelandu is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ihemelandu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwuemeka Ihemelandu?
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