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Who is Dr. Chukwu, Psychiatrist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chukwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chukwu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chukwu’s office at (323) 298-3680.
What languages does Dr. Chukwu speak?
Dr. Chukwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chukwu treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Chukwu 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. Chukwu. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Severe clinical depression with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chukwu perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chukwu's office.
Does Dr. Chukwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chukwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 298-3680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chukwu accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Chukwu in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chukwu's office located?
What is Dr. Chukwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912265422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chukwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chukwu
What is Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu's specialty?
Dr. Chukwu is a Psychiatrist near Pasadena, CA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Chukwu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chukwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ijeoma Chukwu accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ijeoma Chukwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chukwu's office at (323) 298-3680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ijeoma Chukwu?
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