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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obuobi, Cardiologist in East Providence, RI?
Dr. Shirlene Obuobi, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in East Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Obuobi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obuobi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obuobi’s office at (401) 606-1004.
What languages does Dr. Obuobi speak?
Dr. Obuobi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Obuobi treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Obuobi 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. Obuobi. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Obuobi perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shirlene Obuobi may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Obuobi's office.
Does Dr. Obuobi accept my insurance?
Dr. Obuobi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 606-1004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obuobi accept in East Providence, RI?
Dr. Obuobi in East Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allianz Worldwide Care
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Obuobi's office located?
Dr. Shirlene Obuobi's Primary Practice
950 Warren Ave Fl 2
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 606-1004
What is Dr. Obuobi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obuobi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255825386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obuobi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obuobi
What is Dr. Shirlene Obuobi's specialty?
Dr. Obuobi is a Cardiologist near East Providence, RI. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Obuobi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirlene Obuobi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obuobi is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island 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 Shirlene Obuobi accepting new patients in East Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Shirlene Obuobi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirlene Obuobi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obuobi's office at (401) 606-1004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirlene Obuobi?
Please contact Dr. Obuobi's office at (401) 606-1004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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