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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Umunakwe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Largo, MD?
Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Umunakwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umunakwe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umunakwe’s office at (202) 841-5854.
What languages does Dr. Umunakwe speak?
Dr. Umunakwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Umunakwe typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Umunakwe 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. Umunakwe. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Umunakwe typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Umunakwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Umunakwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Umunakwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 841-5854 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Umunakwe accept in Largo, MD?
Dr. Umunakwe in Largo, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
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Where is Dr. Umunakwe's office located?
Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe's Primary Practice
1221 Mercantile Ln
Largo, MD 20774
(202) 841-5854
What is Dr. Umunakwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Umunakwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013276815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umunakwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Umunakwe
What is Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe's specialty?
Dr. Umunakwe is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Largo, MD.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Umunakwe is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Suburban Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Frederick Health 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chukwuma Umunakwe accepting new patients in Largo, MD?
Yes, Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwuma Umunakwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Umunakwe's office at (202) 841-5854 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwuma Umunakwe?
Please contact Dr. Umunakwe's office at (202) 841-5854 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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