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Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume, MD

Fountain Hills, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ezeume, Internist in Fountain Hills, AZ?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fountain Hills, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ezeume is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ezeume’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ezeume’s office at (509) 715-1330.

    What languages does Dr. Ezeume speak?

    Dr. Ezeume and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ezeume treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Ezeume 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. Ezeume. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Ezeume perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ezeume's office.

    Does Dr. Ezeume accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ezeume accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 715-1330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ezeume accept in Fountain Hills, AZ?

    Dr. Ezeume in Fountain Hills, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Summit Administration Services Inc

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ezeume's office located?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume's Primary Practice

    9700 N Saguaro Blvd

    Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

    (509) 715-1330

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    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume's Practice 2

    12000 N El Mirage Rd

    El Mirage, AZ 85335

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    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume's Practice 3

    200 E Military Rd Ste 1

    Marion, AR 72364

    (870) 739-9300

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    What is Dr. Ezeume's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ezeume's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629361340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ezeume?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ezeume

    What is Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume's specialty?

    Dr. Ezeume is a Internist near Fountain Hills, AZ.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Ezeume to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ezeume is affiliated with HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Abrazo West Campus 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Chukwuemeka Ezeume accepting new patients in Fountain Hills, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeume offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ezeume's office at (509) 715-1330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chukwuemeka Ezeume?

    Please contact Dr. Ezeume's office at (509) 715-1330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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