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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ndukwe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Nneka Ndukwe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ndukwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ndukwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ndukwe’s office at (718) 798-0730.
What languages does Dr. Ndukwe speak?
Dr. Ndukwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ndukwe typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ndukwe 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. Ndukwe. 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ndukwe typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nneka Ndukwe may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ndukwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ndukwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Ndukwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 798-0730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ndukwe accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Ndukwe in Bronx, 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
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Cigna Group
GEICO
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ndukwe's office located?
What is Dr. Ndukwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ndukwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851719447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ndukwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ndukwe
What is Dr. Nneka Ndukwe's specialty?
Dr. Ndukwe is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, 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 this Dr. Nneka Ndukwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ndukwe is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nneka Ndukwe accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nneka Ndukwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nneka Ndukwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ndukwe's office at (718) 798-0730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nneka Ndukwe?
Please contact Dr. Ndukwe's office at (718) 798-0730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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