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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu, Internist in West Haven, CT?
Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Haven, CT. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu completed her residency at Hospital Of St Raphael. Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu is fluent in English, German, Italian, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu’s office at (203) 931-1073.
Where did Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital Of St Raphael
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu speak?
Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Italian
Korean
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu 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. Nwokolo Nwangwu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu 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
Please contact Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 931-1073 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu accept in West Haven, CT?
Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu in West Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's office located?
Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu's Primary Practice
385 Main St Ste 2
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 931-1073
What is Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073674545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu
What is Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu's specialty?
Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu is a Internist near West Haven, CT.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Midstate Medical Center, Griffin 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
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Is Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu accepting new patients in West Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's office at (203) 931-1073 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chioma Nwokolo Nwangwu?
Please contact Dr. Nwokolo Nwangwu's office at (203) 931-1073 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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