CO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ohammah, Internist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Chioma Ohammah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ohammah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ohammah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ohammah’s office at (361) 881-3000.
What languages does Dr. Ohammah speak?
Dr. Ohammah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ohammah treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ohammah 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. Ohammah. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ohammah perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chioma Ohammah may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ohammah's office.
Does Dr. Ohammah accept my insurance?
Dr. Ohammah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 881-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ohammah accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Ohammah in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Christus Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Ohammah's office located?
Dr. Chioma Ohammah's Primary Practice
600 Elizabeth St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 881-3000
What is Dr. Ohammah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ohammah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760007017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ohammah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ohammah
What is Dr. Chioma Ohammah's specialty?
Dr. Ohammah is a Internist near Corpus Christi, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ohammah to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chioma Ohammah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ohammah is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Chioma Ohammah accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chioma Ohammah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chioma Ohammah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ohammah's office at (361) 881-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chioma Ohammah?
Please contact Dr. Ohammah's office at (361) 881-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Internist Near Corpus Christi, TX
CJ
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Cameron Johnstone, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Corpus Christi, TX
DA
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. David Allen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Corpus Christi, TX
DM
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Daniel Muro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified.
Corpus Christi, TX