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Who is Dr. Kalu, Internist in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Uchenna Kalu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Kalu is fluent in English, Igbo, Latvian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalu’s office at (470) 250-1418.
Is Dr. Kalu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Kalu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kalu speak?
Dr. Kalu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
Latvian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kalu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kalu 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. Kalu. 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:
- 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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Urine Test for Bladder Cancer
- Cystoscopy Screening
- Bladder Cancer Check
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z126: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of bladder
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kalu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Uchenna Kalu 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
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 250-1418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalu accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Kalu in Decatur, GA 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)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sonder Health Plans
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kalu's office located?
Dr. Uchenna Kalu's Primary Practice
2680 Lawrenceville Hwy Ste 202
Decatur, GA 30033
(470) 250-1418
What is Dr. Kalu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841312907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalu
What is Dr. Uchenna Kalu's specialty?
Dr. Kalu is a Internist near Decatur, GA.
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. Uchenna Kalu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalu is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Emory University Hospital, Northside Hospital Duluth 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
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Is Uchenna Kalu accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Kalu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uchenna Kalu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office at (470) 250-1418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uchenna Kalu?
Please contact Dr. Kalu's office at (470) 250-1418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uchenna Kalu have?
Dr. Uchenna Kalu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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