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Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe, MD

Physiatrist

Shenandoah, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ibekwe, Physiatrist in Shenandoah, TX?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Shenandoah, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ibekwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ibekwe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ibekwe’s office at (713) 500-5874.

    What languages does Dr. Ibekwe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ibekwe typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ibekwe 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. Ibekwe. 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ibekwe typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ibekwe 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. Ibekwe. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Ibekwe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ibekwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 500-5874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ibekwe accept in Shenandoah, TX?

    Dr. Ibekwe in Shenandoah, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ibekwe's office located?

    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe's Primary Practice

    920 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 270

    Shenandoah, TX 77380

    (713) 500-5874

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    Floor Administration

    21720 Kingsland Blvd

    Katy, TX 77450

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    Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe's Practice 3

    6431 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Ibekwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265707582.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ibekwe?

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

    What is Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe's specialty?

    Dr. Ibekwe is a Physiatrist near Shenandoah, TX.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ibekwe is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy 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

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    Is Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe accepting new patients in Shenandoah, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ibekwe's office at (713) 500-5874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chukwuemeka Ibekwe?

    Please contact Dr. Ibekwe's office at (713) 500-5874 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ibekwe's office located?

    Dr. Ibekwe's offices are located in Shenandoah, TX, Katy, TX, and Houston, TX.