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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekeh, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Obiageri Ekeh, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ekeh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekeh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekeh’s office at (702) 671-2345.
Is Dr. Ekeh board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Obiageri Ekeh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ekeh speak?
Dr. Ekeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekeh typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ekeh 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. Ekeh. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekeh typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Obiageri Ekeh may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 671-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekeh accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Ekeh in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UNITE HERE HEALTH
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ekeh's office located?
Dr. Obiageri Ekeh's Primary Practice
2040 W Charleston Blvd Ste 402
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 671-2345
What is Dr. Ekeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518083872.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekeh
What is Dr. Obiageri Ekeh's specialty?
Dr. Ekeh is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Obiageri Ekeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekeh is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Valley View 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Obiageri Ekeh accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Obiageri Ekeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obiageri Ekeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (702) 671-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obiageri Ekeh?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (702) 671-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Obiageri Ekeh have?
Dr. Obiageri Ekeh is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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