Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Nwajuaku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwajuaku’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nwajuaku typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Diabetes Type 2
- Gangrene
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nwajuaku typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nwajuaku 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Cervical or Thoracic Epidural Injection for Pain
- Neck Epidural Injection
- Back Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62324: Injection(s), including indwelling catheter placement, continuous infusion or intermittent bolus, of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; without imaging guidance
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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nwajuaku's office located?
Dr. Patricia Nwajuaku's Primary Practice
757 Westwood Plz Ste 3325
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 206-0462
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.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
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, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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