Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze, MD
Gonzales, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwanze, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Gonzales, TX?
Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Gonzales, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nwanze is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwanze’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwanze’s office at (603) 650-5000.
What languages does Dr. Nwanze speak?
Dr. Nwanze and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Nwanze typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Nwanze 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. Nwanze. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Narrowing of Artery
- Artery Stricture
- Blocked Artery
- Arterial Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I771: Stricture of artery
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Nwanze typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Nwanze 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. Nwanze. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Also known as:
- Artery Blocking Procedure
- Blood Vessel Embolization for Bleeding
- Vascular Occlusion
- Arterial Embolization
- Blood Vessel Coiling
- AVM Embolization
- Artery Occlusion
- Vein Embolization
- Lymphatic Leak Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
- 37244: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for arterial or venous hemorrhage or lymphatic extravasation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Nwanze accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwanze accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 650-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwanze accept in Gonzales, TX?
Dr. Nwanze in Gonzales, TX 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
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nwanze's office located?
What is Dr. Nwanze's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwanze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043506066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwanze?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwanze
What is Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze's specialty?
Dr. Nwanze is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Gonzales, TX.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwanze is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus 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 Chukwusomnazu Nwanze accepting new patients in Gonzales, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwusomnazu Nwanze offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwanze's office at (603) 650-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwusomnazu Nwanze?
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