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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uzoegwu, Internist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Akwaugo Uzoegwu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Uzoegwu is currently affiliated with John Peter Smith Hospital. Dr. Uzoegwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uzoegwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uzoegwu’s office.
What languages does Dr. Uzoegwu speak?
Dr. Uzoegwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Uzoegwu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Uzoegwu 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. Uzoegwu. 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
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Emergency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
- Acute Hypertensive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I161: Hypertensive emergency
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Uzoegwu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Akwaugo Uzoegwu 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. Uzoegwu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uzoegwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Uzoegwu 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. Uzoegwu accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Uzoegwu in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uzoegwu's office located?
What is Dr. Uzoegwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uzoegwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033506332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uzoegwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uzoegwu
What is Dr. Akwaugo Uzoegwu's specialty?
Dr. Uzoegwu is a Internist near Fort Worth, TX.
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. Akwaugo Uzoegwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uzoegwu is affiliated with Orthonebraska Hospital, Chi Health Nebraska Heart Institute, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street 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 Akwaugo Uzoegwu accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akwaugo Uzoegwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akwaugo Uzoegwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uzoegwu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akwaugo Uzoegwu?
Please contact Dr. Uzoegwu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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