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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwadiuko, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nwadiuko is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwadiuko’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwadiuko’s office at (310) 315-8900.
What languages does Dr. Nwadiuko speak?
Dr. Nwadiuko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nwadiuko treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nwadiuko 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. Nwadiuko. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nwadiuko perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwadiuko's office.
Does Dr. Nwadiuko accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwadiuko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwadiuko accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Nwadiuko in Santa Monica, CA 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
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwadiuko's office located?
Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko's Primary Practice
1245 16th St Ste 125
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 315-8900
What is Dr. Nwadiuko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwadiuko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568849172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwadiuko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwadiuko
What is Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko's specialty?
Dr. Nwadiuko is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Nwadiuko to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwadiuko is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 Joseph Nwadiuko accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Nwadiuko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwadiuko's office at (310) 315-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Nwadiuko?
Please contact Dr. Nwadiuko's office at (310) 315-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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