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Who is Dr. Oraka, Hospitalist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Chinwe Oraka, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Oraka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oraka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oraka’s office.
What languages does Dr. Oraka speak?
Dr. Oraka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oraka typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Oraka 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. Oraka. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Oraka typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Chinwe Oraka may include:
Please contact Dr. Oraka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oraka accept my insurance?
Dr. Oraka 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. Oraka accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Oraka in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of South Dakota
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Oraka's office located?
What is Dr. Oraka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oraka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710042395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oraka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oraka
What is Dr. Chinwe Oraka's specialty?
Dr. Oraka is a Hospitalist near Berkeley, 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. Chinwe Oraka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oraka is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth Campus, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Avera Heart Hospital, Northfield Hospital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chinwe Oraka accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chinwe Oraka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chinwe Oraka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oraka's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chinwe Oraka?
Please contact Dr. Oraka's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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