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Who is Dr. Nkwonta, Internist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Vivian Nkwonta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nkwonta graduated from Akademia Medyczna and completed her residency at Wright State University Program. Dr. Nkwonta is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nkwonta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nkwonta’s office at (253) 426-6341.
Where did Dr. Nkwonta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wright State University Program
Medical School: Akademia Medyczna
What languages does Dr. Nkwonta speak?
Dr. Nkwonta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nkwonta typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nkwonta 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. Nkwonta. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nkwonta typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivian Nkwonta may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Nkwonta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nkwonta accept my insurance?
Dr. Nkwonta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-6341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nkwonta accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Nkwonta 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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nkwonta's office located?
What is Dr. Nkwonta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nkwonta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588865539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nkwonta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nkwonta
What is Dr. Vivian Nkwonta's specialty?
Dr. Nkwonta is a Internist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Vivian Nkwonta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nkwonta is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivian Nkwonta accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Nkwonta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivian Nkwonta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nkwonta's office at (253) 426-6341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivian Nkwonta?
Please contact Dr. Nkwonta's office at (253) 426-6341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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