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Who is Dr. Ihekweazu, Orthopedic Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ihekweazu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ihekweazu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ihekweazu’s office at (713) 799-2300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ihekweazu?
Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ihekweazu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Replacement & Revision, Hip Resurfacing, Knee Replacement & Revision, Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement Surgery, Partial Knee Replacement, Robotic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Ihekweazu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ihekweazu speak?
Dr. Ihekweazu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ihekweazu typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ihekweazu 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. Ihekweazu. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ihekweazu typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ihekweazu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ihekweazu. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ihekweazu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ihekweazu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 799-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ihekweazu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ihekweazu in Houston, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ihekweazu's office located?
What is Dr. Ihekweazu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ihekweazu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841558129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ihekweazu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ihekweazu
What is Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu's specialty?
Dr. Ihekweazu is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Houston, TX.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ihekweazu is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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 Ugonna Ihekweazu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ihekweazu's office at (713) 799-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ugonna Ihekweazu?
Please contact Dr. Ihekweazu's office at (713) 799-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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