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Dr. Josephine Elumeze, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elumeze, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Josephine Elumeze, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Elumeze is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elumeze’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elumeze’s office at (718) 963-6466.

    What languages does Dr. Elumeze speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Elumeze typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Elumeze 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. Elumeze. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Other Immune Deficiency
    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Various Immune System Disorders
    • Uncommon Immune Deficiencies
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8489: Other immunodeficiencies
    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Elumeze typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Josephine Elumeze may include:

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

    Does Dr. Elumeze accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elumeze accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 963-6466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elumeze accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Elumeze in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Independent Health Association

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Elumeze's office located?

    Dr. Josephine Elumeze's Primary Practice

    374 Stockholm St

    Brooklyn, NY 11237

    (718) 963-6466

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    Dr. Josephine Elumeze's Practice 2

    5675 N Front St # 141

    Philadelphia, PA 19120

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    What is Dr. Elumeze's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elumeze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649768185.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elumeze?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elumeze

    What is Dr. Josephine Elumeze's specialty?

    Dr. Elumeze is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Josephine Elumeze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elumeze is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Lankenau Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Josephine Elumeze accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Elumeze is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josephine Elumeze offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elumeze's office at (718) 963-6466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josephine Elumeze?

    Please contact Dr. Elumeze's office at (718) 963-6466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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