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Who is Dr. Ukoha, Internist in Athens, TX?
Dr. Chijioke Ukoha is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ukoha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ukoha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ukoha’s office at (903) 676-1000.
What languages does Dr. Ukoha speak?
Dr. Ukoha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ukoha typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ukoha 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. Ukoha. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ukoha typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chijioke Ukoha 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. Ukoha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ukoha accept my insurance?
Dr. Ukoha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 676-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ukoha accept in Athens, TX?
Dr. Ukoha in Athens, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ukoha's office located?
Dr. Chijioke Ukoha's Primary Practice
2000 S Palestine St
Athens, TX 75751
(903) 676-1000
What is Dr. Ukoha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ukoha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417445255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ukoha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ukoha
What is Dr. Chijioke Ukoha's specialty?
Dr. Ukoha is a Internist near Athens, 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. Chijioke Ukoha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ukoha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ut Health Athens, Ut Health Tyler. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Chijioke Ukoha accepting new patients in Athens, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chijioke Ukoha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chijioke Ukoha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ukoha's office at (903) 676-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chijioke Ukoha?
Please contact Dr. Ukoha's office at (903) 676-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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