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Dr. Godfrey Wabwire, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

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    Who is Dr. Wabwire, Hospitalist in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Dr. Godfrey Wabwire, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wabwire graduated from Makerere University School of Medicine and completed his residency at LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program. Dr. Wabwire is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wabwire’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wabwire’s office at (605) 333-1000.

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

    • Residency: LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Makerere University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wabwire board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Godfrey Wabwire, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wabwire speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wabwire treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wabwire 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. Wabwire. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Plasma Protein Levels
    • Blood
    • Plasma Protein Disorder
    • Dysproteinemia
    • Unusual Blood Proteins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R778: Other specified abnormalities of plasma proteins

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Wabwire perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Godfrey Wabwire may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wabwire accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wabwire accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 333-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wabwire accept in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Dr. Wabwire in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Wabwire's office located?

    Dr. Godfrey Wabwire's Primary Practice

    1301 W 18th St

    Sioux Falls, SD 57105

    (605) 333-1000

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    104 Fam Med Snfrd Mb1

    1200 S Euclid Ave

    Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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    Dr. Godfrey Wabwire's Practice 3

    400 22nd Ave

    Brookings, SD 57006

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

    Dr. Wabwire's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225325459.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wabwire?

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

    What is Dr. Godfrey Wabwire's specialty?

    Dr. Wabwire is a Hospitalist near Sioux Falls, SD. 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. Contact Dr. Wabwire to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Godfrey Wabwire affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wabwire is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sanford Usd Medical Center, Sanford Luverne Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?

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    Is Godfrey Wabwire accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Godfrey Wabwire is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Godfrey Wabwire offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wabwire's office at (605) 333-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Godfrey Wabwire?

    Please contact Dr. Wabwire's office at (605) 333-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Godfrey Wabwire have?

    Dr. Godfrey Wabwire is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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