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Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu, MD, PHD

Pediatrician

Riverside, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mbagwu, Pediatrician in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu, MD, PHD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Mbagwu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mbagwu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mbagwu’s office at (951) 324-8100.

    Where did Dr. Mbagwu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mbagwu board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mbagwu speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mbagwu typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mbagwu 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. Mbagwu. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mbagwu typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mbagwu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mbagwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 324-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mbagwu accept in Riverside, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Mbagwu's office located?

    Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu's Primary Practice

    10600 Magnolia Ave Ste I

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (951) 324-8100

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

    Dr. Mbagwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285769364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mbagwu?

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

    What is Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu's specialty?

    Dr. Mbagwu is a Pediatrician near Riverside, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mbagwu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Riverside Community 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mbagwu's office at (951) 324-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu?

    Please contact Dr. Mbagwu's office at (951) 324-8100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mbagwu's office located?

    Dr. Mbagwu's office is located in Riverside, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu have?

    Dr. Chidozie Mbagwu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.