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Who is Dr. Ikwu, Internist in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ikwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ikwu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ikwu’s office at (773) 665-3000.
What languages does Dr. Ikwu speak?
Dr. Ikwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ikwu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ikwu 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. Ikwu. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Which procedures does Dr. Ikwu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ikwu's office.
Does Dr. Ikwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ikwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 665-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ikwu accept in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Ikwu in Lanham, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ikwu's office located?
Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu's Primary Practice
8118 Good Luck Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(773) 665-3000
Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu's Practice 2
11116 Medical Campus Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
What is Dr. Ikwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ikwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780017988.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ikwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ikwu
What is Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu's specialty?
Dr. Ikwu is a Internist near Lanham, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ikwu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ikwu is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Meritus Health, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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 Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?
Yes, Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ikwu's office at (773) 665-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Isaac Ikwu Uchechukwu Ikwu?
Please contact Dr. Ikwu's office at (773) 665-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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