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27 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Umoru, Internist in Fairview Heights, IL?
Dr. Benedicta Umoru, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairview Heights, IL. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Umoru completed her residency at Meharry Med Coll Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Umoru is fluent in English and Slovak, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umoru’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umoru’s office at (618) 416-9005.
Where did Dr. Umoru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Meharry Med Coll Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Varna Med Academy, Faculty of Medicine, Varna, Bulgaria
Is Dr. Umoru board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Benedicta Umoru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Umoru speak?
Dr. Umoru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Slovak
What conditions does Dr. Umoru treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Umoru 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. Umoru. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Which procedures does Dr. Umoru perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Benedicta Umoru 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. Umoru's office.
Does Dr. Umoru accept my insurance?
Dr. Umoru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 416-9005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Umoru accept in Fairview Heights, IL?
Dr. Umoru in Fairview Heights, IL 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)
Eon Health
Family Health Network
Gilsbar
Medicare
Molina
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Umoru's office located?
Dr. Benedicta Umoru's Primary Practice
5032 N Illinois St Ste B
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 416-9005
What is Dr. Umoru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Umoru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003836446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umoru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Umoru
What is Dr. Benedicta Umoru's specialty?
Dr. Umoru is a Internist near Fairview Heights, IL.
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. Umoru to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Benedicta Umoru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Umoru is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benedicta Umoru accepting new patients in Fairview Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Benedicta Umoru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benedicta Umoru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Umoru's office at (618) 416-9005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benedicta Umoru?
Please contact Dr. Umoru's office at (618) 416-9005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benedicta Umoru have?
Dr. Benedicta Umoru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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