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Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Chima D. Nwankwo M.D., also called ?Dr. Chima? by patients, colleagues, and hospital staff, is a fellowship-trained and board-certified (ABOS) orthopedic trauma surgeon practicing in Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York. He currently serves as the division head of orthopedic trauma Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia University. Dr. Nwankwo completed an undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of California Berkeley and received his Doctor of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). He completed a residency program in orthopedic surgery at the San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program (SFORP at St. Mary?s Medical Center). He received fellowship training in orthopedic trauma surgery at Allegheny Health Network/Allegheny General Hospital, a regional Level-1 Trauma center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and completed an AO Trauma fellowship during the same year. Dr. Nwankwo has expertise in the orthopedic management of patients with life and limb-threatening injuries from accidents, falls, or assaults. Dr. Nwankwo is an expert in pelvic and acetabular surgery, hip fracture surgery, complex long bone injuries, periarticular reconstruction around major joints in the upper and lower extremity, nonunion and malunion fracture repair, traumatic limb deformity correction, management of neglected fractures, treatment of bone infections (osteomyelitis), and acute and elective hip replacements. He is also at the cutting edge of using minimally invasive/percutaneous treatments for treating broken bones. Dr. Nwankwo is a member of the Orthopedic Trauma Association, AO Trauma, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?
Dr. Nwankwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwankwo treat?
As a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Broken Shin Bone
- Broken Right Shin Bone
- Broken Fibula
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Right Tibia Fracture
- Right Lower Leg Break
- Shin Bone Injury
- Calf Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82891A: Other fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82201A: Unspecified fracture of shaft of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82435A: Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of left fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture near Knee
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Shin Bone near Knee
- Upper Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82141D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292A: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Malleolus Fracture
- Lower Leg Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S8262XA: Displaced fracture of lateral malleolus of left fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected bone
- Chronic bone infection with drainage
- Lower leg bone infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86461: Chronic osteomyelitis with draining sinus, right tibia and fibula
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Unequal Limb Length
- Bone Disease
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Leg Length Inequality
- Arm Length Difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Functional Medical Implant
- Surgical Implant
- Prosthetic Device
- Implantable Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z969: Presence of functional implant, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Wrist Bone
- Fractures
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Carpal Bone Fracture
- Fractured Wrist Bone
- Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S62102A: Fracture of unspecified carpal bone, left wrist, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Pelvis
- Fractures
- Pelvic Fracture
- Fractured Pelvis
- Pelvis Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32810A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
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
Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Nwankwo in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Highmark Inc.
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?
Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
515 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(917) 300-0553
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What is Dr. Nwankwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356772479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwankwo
What is Dr. Chima Nwankwo's specialty?
Dr. Nwankwo is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. Contact Dr. Nwankwo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chima Nwankwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwankwo is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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 Chima Nwankwo accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chima Nwankwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chima Nwankwo offer online booking?
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