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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwachukwu, Internist in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Islip, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nwachukwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwachukwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwachukwu’s office at (516) 562-2945.
What languages does Dr. Nwachukwu speak?
Dr. Nwachukwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwachukwu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nwachukwu 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. Nwachukwu. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
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
Which procedures does Dr. Nwachukwu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu 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. Nwachukwu's office.
Does Dr. Nwachukwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwachukwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 562-2945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwachukwu accept in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Nwachukwu in West Islip, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Nwachukwu's office located?
Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu's Primary Practice
1000 Montauk Hwy
West Islip, NY 11795
(516) 562-2945
What is Dr. Nwachukwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwachukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043662695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwachukwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwachukwu
What is Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu's specialty?
Dr. Nwachukwu is a Internist near West Islip, NY.
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. Nwachukwu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwachukwu is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Chidinma Nwachukwu accepting new patients in West Islip, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chidinma Nwachukwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwachukwu's office at (516) 562-2945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chidinma Nwachukwu?
Please contact Dr. Nwachukwu's office at (516) 562-2945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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