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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwokolo, Cardiologist in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nwokolo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwokolo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwokolo’s office at (731) 422-0347.
Where did Dr. Nwokolo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Nwokolo board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwokolo speak?
Dr. Nwokolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwokolo treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nwokolo 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. Nwokolo. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Nwokolo perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwokolo's office.
Does Dr. Nwokolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwokolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 422-0347 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwokolo accept in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Nwokolo in Jackson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwokolo's office located?
Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo's Primary Practice
700 W Forest Ave Ste 200
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 422-0347
What is Dr. Nwokolo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwokolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093921090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwokolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwokolo
What is Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo's specialty?
Dr. Nwokolo is a Cardiologist near Jackson, TN. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Nwokolo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwokolo is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Chibuzo Nwokolo accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?
Yes, Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwokolo's office at (731) 422-0347 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chibuzo Nwokolo?
Please contact Dr. Nwokolo's office at (731) 422-0347 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo have?
Dr. Chibuzo Nwokolo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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