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Who is Dr. Nwajuaku, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nwajuaku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwajuaku’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwajuaku’s office at (310) 206-0462.
What languages does Dr. Nwajuaku speak?
Dr. Nwajuaku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwajuaku treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nwajuaku 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. Nwajuaku. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Gangrene
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Bleeding Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Bleeding gastritis
- Stomach inflammation with bleeding
- Hemorrhaging stomach lining
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2971: Gastritis, unspecified, with bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- 39 Weeks Pregnant
- 40 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy
- Full term pregnancy
- Week 39 of gestation
- Due date approaching
- Gestation at 40 weeks
- 40th week of pregnancy
- Due date
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy
- Z3A40: 40 weeks gestation of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Umbilical cord around baby's neck (not compressed)
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Nuchal cord without compression
- Loose cord around neck
- Cord wrapped around neck
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6981X0: Labor and delivery complicated by cord around neck, without compression, not applicable or unspecified
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- Postpartum Care
- Wounds and Injuries
- Moderate vaginal tear
- Second degree tear after birth
- Perineal muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Bleeding Stomach Ulcer
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Peptic Ulcer
- Hemorrhaging Gastric Ulcer
- Stomach Ulcer with Bleeding
- Chronic Bleeding Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- K254: Chronic or unspecified gastric ulcer with hemorrhage
Which procedures does Dr. Nwajuaku perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwajuaku's office.
Does Dr. Nwajuaku accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwajuaku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-0462 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwajuaku accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nwajuaku in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwajuaku's office located?
Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku's Primary Practice
757 Westwood Plz
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 206-0462
Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku's Practice 2
100 Moody Ct Ste 100
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 418-3444
What is Dr. Nwajuaku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwajuaku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659690733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwajuaku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwajuaku
What is Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku's specialty?
Dr. Nwajuaku is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Nwajuaku to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwajuaku is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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
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Is Patricia Nwajuaku accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwajuaku's office at (310) 206-0462 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Nwajuaku?
Please contact Dr. Nwajuaku's office at (310) 206-0462 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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