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Dr. Albert Nwabueze, MD

San Angelo, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwabueze, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Angelo, TX?

    Dr. Albert Nwabueze, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Angelo, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Nwabueze is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwabueze’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwabueze’s office at (325) 481-2104.

    What languages does Dr. Nwabueze speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nwabueze treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwabueze 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. Nwabueze. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Nwabueze perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Albert Nwabueze may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwabueze's office.

    Does Dr. Nwabueze accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwabueze accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 481-2104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwabueze accept in San Angelo, TX?

    Dr. Nwabueze in San Angelo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Community Health Improvement Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nwabueze's office located?

    Dr. Albert Nwabueze's Primary Practice

    120 E Harris Ave

    San Angelo, TX 76903

    (325) 481-2104

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

    Dr. Nwabueze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295227221.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwabueze?

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

    What is Dr. Albert Nwabueze's specialty?

    Dr. Nwabueze is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Angelo, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nwabueze to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Albert Nwabueze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwabueze is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Albert Nwabueze accepting new patients in San Angelo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Albert Nwabueze is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Albert Nwabueze offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwabueze's office at (325) 481-2104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Albert Nwabueze?

    Please contact Dr. Nwabueze's office at (325) 481-2104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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