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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ndukwu, Pulmonologist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Festus Ndukwu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ndukwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ndukwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ndukwu’s office at (417) 556-2330.
Is Dr. Ndukwu board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Festus Ndukwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ndukwu speak?
Dr. Ndukwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ndukwu treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ndukwu 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. Ndukwu. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Idiopathic Sleep Hypoventilation
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Primary Alveolar Hypoventilation
- Undiagnosed Sleep Breathing Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4734: Idiopathic sleep related nonobstructive alveolar hypoventilation
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Which procedures does Dr. Ndukwu perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Festus Ndukwu may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ndukwu's office.
Does Dr. Ndukwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ndukwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 556-2330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ndukwu accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Ndukwu in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Kansas
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Where is Dr. Ndukwu's office located?
What is Dr. Ndukwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ndukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154543999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ndukwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ndukwu
What is Dr. Festus Ndukwu's specialty?
Dr. Ndukwu is a Pulmonologist near Joplin, MO. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Ndukwu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Festus Ndukwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ndukwu is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pulmonologist?
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Is Festus Ndukwu accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Festus Ndukwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Festus Ndukwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ndukwu's office at (417) 556-2330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Festus Ndukwu?
Please contact Dr. Ndukwu's office at (417) 556-2330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Festus Ndukwu have?
Dr. Festus Ndukwu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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