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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ugwu, Nephrologist in North Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Elias Ugwu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in North Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ugwu graduated from University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Ugwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugwu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugwu’s office.
Where did Dr. Ugwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Ugwu speak?
Dr. Ugwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ugwu treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ugwu 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. Ugwu. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Short-term psychosis
- Acute psychosis
- Temporary mental break
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F23: Brief psychotic disorder
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Stimulant Abuse
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Problematic Stimulant Use
- Amphetamine Abuse
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ugwu perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elias Ugwu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ugwu's office.
Does Dr. Ugwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugwu 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. Ugwu accept in North Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Ugwu in North Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ugwu's office located?
What is Dr. Ugwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942546296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugwu
What is Dr. Elias Ugwu's specialty?
Dr. Ugwu is a Nephrologist near North Las Vegas, NV. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Ugwu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elias Ugwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ugwu is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, MountainView 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 Elias Ugwu accepting new patients in North Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Elias Ugwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elias Ugwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elias Ugwu?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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