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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ogwo, Endocrinologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Cherechi Ogwo, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ogwo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogwo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogwo’s office at (901) 448-5814.
What languages does Dr. Ogwo speak?
Dr. Ogwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ogwo treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Ogwo 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. Ogwo. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Enlarged Thyroid Gland
- Simple Goiter
- Thyroid Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, 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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ogwo perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Cherechi Ogwo may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ogwo's office.
Does Dr. Ogwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Ogwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 448-5814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ogwo accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Ogwo in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ogwo's office located?
Dr. Cherechi Ogwo's Primary Practice
3960 New Covington Pike
Memphis, TN 38128
(901) 448-5814
What is Dr. Ogwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ogwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720321060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogwo
What is Dr. Cherechi Ogwo's specialty?
Dr. Ogwo is a Endocrinologist near Memphis, TN. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Ogwo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cherechi Ogwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ogwo is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Methodist University 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 Cherechi Ogwo accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Cherechi Ogwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cherechi Ogwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ogwo's office at (901) 448-5814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cherechi Ogwo?
Please contact Dr. Ogwo's office at (901) 448-5814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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