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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwakanma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Nwakanma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwakanma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwakanma’s office at (631) 444-2478.
What languages does Dr. Nwakanma speak?
Dr. Nwakanma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwakanma treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwakanma 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. Nwakanma. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, 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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nwakanma perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwakanma's office.
Does Dr. Nwakanma accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwakanma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwakanma accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Nwakanma in Stony Brook, NY 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
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Nwakanma's office located?
Stony Brook Medicine Department Of Emergency Medic
Hsc Level 4 Rm 080
Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 444-2478
What is Dr. Nwakanma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwakanma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285977538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwakanma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwakanma
What is Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma's specialty?
Dr. Nwakanma is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nwakanma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwakanma is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Chidinma Nwakanma accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwakanma's office at (631) 444-2478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chidinma Nwakanma?
Please contact Dr. Nwakanma's office at (631) 444-2478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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