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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mbakwe, Internist in Statesboro, GA?
Dr. Ogechi Mbakwe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Statesboro, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mbakwe is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mbakwe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mbakwe’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mbakwe speak?
Dr. Mbakwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mbakwe typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mbakwe 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. Mbakwe. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mbakwe typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ogechi Mbakwe 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. Mbakwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mbakwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Mbakwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mbakwe accept in Statesboro, GA?
Dr. Mbakwe in Statesboro, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mbakwe's office located?
What is Dr. Mbakwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mbakwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992861603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mbakwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mbakwe
What is Dr. Ogechi Mbakwe's specialty?
Dr. Mbakwe is a Internist near Statesboro, GA.
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. Ogechi Mbakwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mbakwe is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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 Ogechi Mbakwe accepting new patients in Statesboro, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ogechi Mbakwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ogechi Mbakwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mbakwe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ogechi Mbakwe?
Please contact Dr. Mbakwe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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