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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ugboaja, Hospitalist in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sumter, SC. Dr. Ugboaja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugboaja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugboaja’s office at (803) 774-1788.
What languages does Dr. Ugboaja speak?
Dr. Ugboaja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ugboaja typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ugboaja 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. Ugboaja. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Chronic Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Vaginitis
- Vulvar Disorder
- Yeast Infection
- Vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Vaginal thrush
- Acute Candida vaginitis
- Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Chronic Candida vaginitis
- Persistent vaginal thrush
ICD-10 Codes:
- B3731: Acute candidiasis of vulva and vagina
- B3732: Chronic candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Herpes Skin Rash
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Blisters
- Herpes Dermatitis
- Vesicular Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B001: Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ugboaja typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja may include:
Please contact Dr. Ugboaja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ugboaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugboaja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 774-1788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugboaja accept in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Ugboaja in Sumter, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ugboaja's office located?
Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja's Primary Practice
129 N Washington St
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 774-1788
What is Dr. Ugboaja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugboaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801158167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugboaja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugboaja
What is Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja's specialty?
Dr. Ugboaja is a Hospitalist near Sumter, SC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ugboaja is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Lake Charles Memorial 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Onyinye Ugboaja accepting new patients in Sumter, SC?
Yes, Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Onyinye Ugboaja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugboaja's office at (803) 774-1788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Onyinye Ugboaja?
Please contact Dr. Ugboaja's office at (803) 774-1788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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