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Dr. Raphael Ugwu
Winterhaven, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ugwu, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Winterhaven, CA?
Dr. Raphael Ugwu is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Winterhaven, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ugwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugwu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugwu’s office at (760) 572-4100.
What languages does Dr. Ugwu speak?
Dr. Ugwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ugwu treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Ugwu 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. Ugwu. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ugwu perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Raphael Ugwu may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ugwu's office.
Does Dr. Ugwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 572-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugwu accept in Winterhaven, CA?
Dr. Ugwu in Winterhaven, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ugwu's office located?
What is Dr. Ugwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073900213.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugwu
What is Dr. Raphael Ugwu's specialty?
Dr. Ugwu is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Winterhaven, CA. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Ugwu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raphael Ugwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ugwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oklahoma City Va Medical Center. 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 Raphael Ugwu accepting new patients in Winterhaven, CA?
Yes, Dr. Raphael Ugwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raphael Ugwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office at (760) 572-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raphael Ugwu?
Please contact Dr. Ugwu's office at (760) 572-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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