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Dr. Chika Anekwe, MD
Obesity Medicine Specialist
,Endocrinologist
,Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist
,Occupational Medicine Specialist
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Anekwe, Obesity Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chika Anekwe, MD is an Obesity Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Anekwe graduated from University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine and completed her residency at New York University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Anekwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anekwe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anekwe’s office at (617) 726-4400.
Where did Dr. Anekwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Anekwe speak?
Dr. Anekwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Anekwe treat?
As a Obesity Medicine Specialist, Dr. Anekwe 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. Anekwe. 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
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- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E668: Other obesity
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Endocrine and Metabolic Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hormone Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Nutritional Deficiencies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8639: Personal history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Which procedures does Dr. Anekwe perform as a Obesity Medicine Specialist?
As a Obesity Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chika Anekwe may include:
- Complications of Gastric Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Consultation
- Gastric Bypass Follow Up
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
- Medical Weight Management
- Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
- Revisional Weight Loss Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Anekwe's office.
Does Dr. Anekwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Anekwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anekwe accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Anekwe in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Anekwe's office located?
What is Dr. Anekwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anekwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487945267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anekwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anekwe
What is Dr. Chika Anekwe's specialty?
Dr. Anekwe is a Obesity Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. A physician specializing in obesity treatment focuses on managing obesity by addressing the genetic, biological, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to the condition. These specialists, who may be internists, endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, preventive medicine physicians, neurologists, or other specialists, use a variety of therapeutic interventions such as diet, physical activity, behavioral modifications, and pharmacotherapy to provide a comprehensive approach to care. Obesity medicine physicians often collaborate with dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals, and bariatric surgeons to optimize patient outcomes. They are also skilled in providing pre-, peri-, and post-surgical care for bariatric patients, advocate for obesity prevention, and support individuals affected by obesity. Contact Dr. Anekwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chika Anekwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Anekwe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Chika Anekwe accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Chika Anekwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chika Anekwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anekwe's office at (617) 726-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chika Anekwe?
Please contact Dr. Anekwe's office at (617) 726-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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