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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalu, Hospitalist in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Uwa Kalu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in McHenry, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kalu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalu’s office at (815) 759-4800.
What languages does Dr. Kalu speak?
Dr. Kalu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kalu treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kalu 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. Kalu. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Kalu perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Uwa Kalu may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kalu's office.
Does Dr. Kalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 759-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalu accept in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Kalu in McHenry, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kalu's office located?
Dr. Uwa Kalu's Primary Practice
4309 W Medical Center Dr Ste A102
McHenry, IL 60050
(815) 759-4800
What is Dr. Kalu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508093527.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalu
What is Dr. Uwa Kalu's specialty?
Dr. Kalu is a Hospitalist near McHenry, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kalu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uwa Kalu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalu is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie 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
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Is Uwa Kalu accepting new patients in McHenry, IL?
Yes, Dr. Uwa Kalu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uwa Kalu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office at (815) 759-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uwa Kalu?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office at (815) 759-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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