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Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Stony Brook, NY

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. Dr. Nwakanma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwakanma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwakanma’s office at (215) 829-3264.

    What languages does Dr. Nwakanma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwakanma typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwakanma typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nwakanma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwakanma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 829-3264 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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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

    (215) 829-3264

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    What is Dr. Nwakanma's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is 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, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 (215) 829-3264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chidinma Nwakanma?

    Please contact Dr. Nwakanma's office at (215) 829-3264 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nwakanma's office located?

    Dr. Nwakanma's office is located in Stony Brook, NY.