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Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa

Podiatrist

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nwankpa, Podiatrist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL. Dr. Nwankpa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwankpa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankpa’s office at (773) 407-5988.

    What languages does Dr. Nwankpa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Nwankpa typically treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Nwankpa 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. Nwankpa. 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:

    • Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
    • Other PVD
    • Other Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Other PAD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Ram's Horn Nails
    • Nail Disease
    • Onychogryphosis
    • Thickened nails
    • Curved nails

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L602: Onychogryphosis

    Also known as:

    • Foot Blister
    • Blisters
    • Foot skin bubble
    • Fluid-filled bump on foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S90821A: Blister (nonthermal), right foot, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Nwankpa typically perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Nwankpa 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. Nwankpa. 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:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Corn paring
    • Callus debridement
    • Hyperkeratotic lesion removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Also known as:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Does Dr. Nwankpa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwankpa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 407-5988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankpa accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Nwankpa in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nwankpa's office located?

    Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa's Primary Practice

    1429 Pitner Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (773) 407-5988

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

    Dr. Nwankpa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801143482.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankpa?

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

    What is Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa's specialty?

    Dr. Nwankpa is a Podiatrist near Evanston, IL.

    What does a Podiatrist do?

    A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

    Is Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nwankpa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankpa's office at (773) 407-5988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Onwukamike Nwankpa?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankpa's office at (773) 407-5988 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nwankpa's office located?

    Dr. Nwankpa's office is located in Evanston, IL.