Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azubuike, Hospitalist in Apple Valley, CA?
Dr. Akachi Azubuike, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Azubuike is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azubuike’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azubuike’s office at (888) 815-2005.
What languages does Dr. Azubuike speak?
Dr. Azubuike and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Azubuike typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Azubuike 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. Azubuike. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Azubuike typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Akachi Azubuike may include:
Please contact Dr. Azubuike's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Azubuike accept my insurance?
Dr. Azubuike accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 815-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azubuike accept in Apple Valley, CA?
Dr. Azubuike in Apple Valley, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Azubuike's office located?
Dr. Akachi Azubuike's Primary Practice
18300 US Highway 18
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(888) 815-2005
What is Dr. Azubuike's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azubuike's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467867762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azubuike?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azubuike
What is Dr. Akachi Azubuike's specialty?
Dr. Azubuike is a Hospitalist near Apple Valley, 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. Akachi Azubuike affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azubuike is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Riverside Community 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 Akachi Azubuike accepting new patients in Apple Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Akachi Azubuike is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akachi Azubuike offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azubuike's office at (888) 815-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akachi Azubuike?
Please contact Dr. Azubuike's office at (888) 815-2005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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