CO
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Onwuka, Internist in Clinton, MD?
Dr. Chike Onwuka, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clinton, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Onwuka graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine. Dr. Onwuka is fluent in English and Icelandic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onwuka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onwuka’s office at (301) 868-2555.
Where did Dr. Onwuka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Onwuka board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chike Onwuka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Onwuka speak?
Dr. Onwuka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Icelandic
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Onwuka typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Onwuka 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. Onwuka. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Onwuka typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Onwuka 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. Onwuka. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Onwuka accept my insurance?
Dr. Onwuka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 868-2555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onwuka accept in Clinton, MD?
Dr. Onwuka in Clinton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
MedStar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Onwuka's office located?
Dr. Chike Onwuka's Primary Practice
9135 Piscataway Rd Ste 420
Clinton, MD 20735
(301) 868-2555
What is Dr. Onwuka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onwuka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013065267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onwuka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onwuka
What is Dr. Chike Onwuka's specialty?
Dr. Onwuka is a Internist near Clinton, MD.
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. Chike Onwuka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Onwuka is affiliated with Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Union Memorial 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
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Is Chike Onwuka accepting new patients in Clinton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Chike Onwuka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chike Onwuka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onwuka's office at (301) 868-2555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chike Onwuka?
Please contact Dr. Onwuka's office at (301) 868-2555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chike Onwuka have?
Dr. Chike Onwuka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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