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Who is Dr. Umeze, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Ben Umeze, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Umeze graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, General Surgery. Dr. Umeze is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umeze’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umeze’s office at (718) 597-8383.
Where did Dr. Umeze go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, General Surgery | Columbia University Harlem | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Umeze board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Ben Umeze, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Umeze speak?
Dr. Umeze and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Umeze typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Umeze 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. Umeze. 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Leg Pain
- Arm Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Lower limb pain
- Leg discomfort
- Aching leg
- Upper extremity pain
- Arm discomfort
- Aching arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified
- M79603: Pain in arm, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Umeze typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Umeze performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Umeze. 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:
- Pure Tone Hearing Test (Air Conduction)
- Acoustic Reflex Test
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Audiometry Air Conduction
- Basic Hearing Test
- Threshold Audiometry
- Middle ear reflex test
- Stapedial reflex test
- Hearing reflex test
CPT Codes:
- 92552: Pure tone audiometry (threshold); air only
- 92568: Acoustic reflex testing, threshold
Does Dr. Umeze accept my insurance?
Dr. Umeze accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 597-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Umeze accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Umeze in Bronx, 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
Carepoint Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Umeze's office located?
What is Dr. Umeze's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Umeze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023135100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umeze?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Umeze
What is Dr. Ben Umeze's specialty?
Dr. Umeze is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Bronx, NY.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Ben Umeze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Umeze 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ben Umeze accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ben Umeze is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Umeze offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Umeze's office at (718) 597-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Umeze?
Please contact Dr. Umeze's office at (718) 597-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Umeze have?
Dr. Ben Umeze is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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