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Dr. Obinna Obiekezie, MD

Critical Care Internist, Hospitalist

Emeryville, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Obiekezie, Critical Care Internist in Emeryville, CA?

    Dr. Obinna Obiekezie, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Emeryville, CA. Dr. Obiekezie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obiekezie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obiekezie’s office at (216) 861-6200.

    What languages does Dr. Obiekezie speak?

    Dr. Obiekezie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Obiekezie typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Obiekezie 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. Obiekezie. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Obiekezie typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Obinna Obiekezie may include:

    Please contact Dr. Obiekezie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Obiekezie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Obiekezie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 861-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Obiekezie accept in Emeryville, CA?

    Dr. Obiekezie in Emeryville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Longevity Health Founders

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Obiekezie's office located?

    Dr. Obinna Obiekezie's Primary Practice

    2100 Powell St Ste 400

    Emeryville, CA 94608

    (216) 861-6200

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    What hospitals are Dr. Obiekezie affiliated with?

    Dr. Obiekezie has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ascension Mercy,Aurora, IL
    Ascension Saint Mary - Kankakee,Kankakee, IL
    Mercy Medical Center - Aurora Llc,Aurora, IL
    St Marys Hospital - Kankakee Llc,Kankakee, IL
    Ascension Saint Joseph - Elgin,Elgin, IL
    Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago,Chicago, IL

    What is Dr. Obiekezie's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Obiekezie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861844201.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obiekezie?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obiekezie

    What is Dr. Obinna Obiekezie's specialty?

    Dr. Obiekezie is a Critical Care Internist near Emeryville, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Obinna Obiekezie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Obiekezie is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Mercy, Ascension Saint Mary - Kankakee, Mercy Medical Center - Aurora Llc, St Marys Hospital - Kankakee Llc, Ascension Saint Joseph - Elgin, Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago. 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 Dr. Obinna Obiekezie accepting new patients in Emeryville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Obinna Obiekezie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Obinna Obiekezie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Obiekezie's office at (216) 861-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Obinna Obiekezie?

    Please contact Dr. Obiekezie's office at (216) 861-6200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Obiekezie's office located?

    Dr. Obiekezie's office is located in Emeryville, CA.