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Dr. Chidimma Acholonu, MD

Pediatrician, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acholonu, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Chidimma Acholonu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Acholonu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acholonu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acholonu’s office at (202) 476-4177.

    What languages does Dr. Acholonu speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Acholonu 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. Acholonu. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Chidimma Acholonu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Acholonu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acholonu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-4177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acholonu accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Acholonu in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Acholonu's office located?

    Dr. Chidimma Acholonu's Primary Practice

    111 Michigan Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 476-4177

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    What hospitals are Dr. Acholonu affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Acholonu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens National Hospital,Washington, DC
    Holy Cross Germantown Hospital,Germantown, MD

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

    Dr. Acholonu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538620182.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acholonu?

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

    What is Dr. Chidimma Acholonu's specialty?

    Dr. Acholonu is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC.

    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. Chidimma Acholonu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acholonu is affiliated with Inova Loudoun Hospital 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

    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. Chidimma Acholonu accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Chidimma Acholonu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chidimma Acholonu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acholonu's office at (202) 476-4177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chidimma Acholonu?

    Please contact Dr. Acholonu's office at (202) 476-4177 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Acholonu's office located?

    Dr. Acholonu's office is located in Washington, DC.