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Dr. Nneka Ifejika, MD

Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Physiatrist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ifejika, Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Nneka Ifejika, MD is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Ifejika is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ifejika’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ifejika’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Ifejika speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists like Dr. Ifejika typically treat?

    As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Ifejika 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. Ifejika. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery

    What procedures does a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists like Dr. Ifejika typically perform?

    As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Ifejika 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. Ifejika. 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:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Ifejika accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ifejika accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ifejika accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Ifejika in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ifejika's office located?

    Dr. Nneka Ifejika's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Ifejika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538373212.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ifejika?

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

    What is Dr. Nneka Ifejika's specialty?

    Dr. Ifejika is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists do?

    A physiatrist specializing in Brain Injury Medicine focuses on preventing brain injuries and providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries. This specialist addresses various injury-related disorders that impact psychosocial, educational, and vocational functioning, as well as injuries to the central nervous system.

    Is Dr. Nneka Ifejika affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ifejika is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Hunt Regional Medical Center At Greenville 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

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    Is Dr. Nneka Ifejika accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Nneka Ifejika is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nneka Ifejika offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ifejika's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nneka Ifejika?

    Please contact Dr. Ifejika's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ifejika's office located?

    Dr. Ifejika's office is located in New Orleans, LA.