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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ogbuokiri, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ogbuokiri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogbuokiri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogbuokiri’s office at (314) 449-1143.
Is Dr. Ogbuokiri board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ogbuokiri speak?
Dr. Ogbuokiri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ogbuokiri treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ogbuokiri 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. Ogbuokiri. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ogbuokiri perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ogbuokiri 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. Ogbuokiri. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Does Dr. Ogbuokiri accept my insurance?
Dr. Ogbuokiri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 449-1143 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ogbuokiri accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Ogbuokiri in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Ogbuokiri's office located?
Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri's Primary Practice
3535 S Jefferson Ave Ste 104
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 449-1143
What is Dr. Ogbuokiri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ogbuokiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467516757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogbuokiri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogbuokiri
What is Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri's specialty?
Dr. Ogbuokiri is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Ogbuokiri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ogbuokiri is affiliated with SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital South 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Uchenna Ogbuokiri accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ogbuokiri's office at (314) 449-1143 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uchenna Ogbuokiri?
Please contact Dr. Ogbuokiri's office at (314) 449-1143 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri have?
Dr. Uchenna Ogbuokiri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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