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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekeh, Hospitalist in Troy, OH?
Dr. Ifeoma Ekeh, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Troy, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ekeh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekeh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekeh’s office at (618) 549-0721.
What languages does Dr. Ekeh speak?
Dr. Ekeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekeh typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ekeh 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. Ekeh. 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:
- 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekeh typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ifeoma Ekeh may include:
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 549-0721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekeh accept in Troy, OH?
Dr. Ekeh in Troy, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ekeh's office located?
What is Dr. Ekeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841631884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekeh
What is Dr. Ifeoma Ekeh's specialty?
Dr. Ekeh is a Hospitalist near Troy, OH.
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. Ifeoma Ekeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekeh is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Dayton, Camc General Hospital, Blanchard Valley Health System 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 Ifeoma Ekeh accepting new patients in Troy, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ifeoma Ekeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ifeoma Ekeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (618) 549-0721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ifeoma Ekeh?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (618) 549-0721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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