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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ogbonnah, Pulmonologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Ogbonnah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogbonnah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogbonnah’s office at (253) 363-8700.
What languages does Dr. Ogbonnah speak?
Dr. Ogbonnah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ogbonnah typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ogbonnah 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. Ogbonnah. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ogbonnah typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Ogbonnah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ogbonnah accept my insurance?
Dr. Ogbonnah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 363-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ogbonnah accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Ogbonnah in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
First Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ogbonnah's office located?
Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah's Primary Practice
1708 Yakima Ave Ste 300
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 363-8700
What is Dr. Ogbonnah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ogbonnah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528422508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogbonnah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogbonnah
What is Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah's specialty?
Dr. Ogbonnah is a Pulmonologist near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ogbonnah is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Overlake Hospital Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Uzoamaka Ogbonnah accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uzoamaka Ogbonnah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ogbonnah's office at (253) 363-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uzoamaka Ogbonnah?
Please contact Dr. Ogbonnah's office at (253) 363-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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