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Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Williamsport, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Orthopedic Surgeon in Williamsport, PA?

    Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Williamsport, PA. Dr. Nwankwo is fluent in English, Samaritan Aramaic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwankwo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankwo’s office at (570) 321-2020.

    What languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?

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

    • English

    • Samaritan Aramaic

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nwankwo typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:

    • Right Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Right Wrist Bone
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Broken Shin Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Break
    • Tibial Plateau Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Ankle Fracture
    • Fractured Ankle
    • Trimalleolar Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nwankwo typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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:

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement

    Also known as:

    • Open Tibial Plateau Fracture Repair
    • Knee Fracture Open Reduction
    • Proximal Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Tibial Plateau Fixation
    • Shin Bone Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27536: Open treatment of tibial fracture, proximal (plateau); bicondylar, with or without internal fixation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Fracture Repair with Rod and Screws
    • Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
    • Intramedullary Rod for Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Fracture Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27759: Treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture) by intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage

    Also known as:

    • External Fixation System Placement (Uniplane)
    • Uniplane External Fixator
    • Bone External Fixation
    • External Frame for Bone Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 20690: Application of a uniplane (pins or wires in 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 321-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Williamsport, PA?

    Dr. Nwankwo in Williamsport, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?

    101 103 Susquehanna Health Orthopedics

    1705 Warren Ave Ste 101-103

    Williamsport, PA 17701

    (570) 321-2020

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

    Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184987091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?

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

    What is Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo's specialty?

    Dr. Nwankwo is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Williamsport, PA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwankwo is affiliated with Upmc Williamsport, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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 Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo accepting new patients in Williamsport, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (570) 321-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo?

    Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (570) 321-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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