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Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude, MD

El Dorado, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwude, Family Medicine Specialist in El Dorado, AR?

    Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Dorado, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nwude is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwude’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwude’s office at (870) 862-2331.

    What languages does Dr. Nwude speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nwude treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwude 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. Nwude. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nwude perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nwude's office.

    Does Dr. Nwude accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwude accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 862-2331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwude accept in El Dorado, AR?

    Dr. Nwude in El Dorado, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Custom Plans

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Fox-Everett

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nwude's office located?

    Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude's Primary Practice

    701 N West Ave

    El Dorado, AR 71730

    (870) 862-2331

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    Medical Center Of South Ar

    700 W Grove St

    El Dorado, AR 71730

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    Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude's Practice 3

    638 California Ave SW

    Camden, AR 71701

    (870) 836-1000

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

    Dr. Nwude's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477817914.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwude?

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

    What is Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude's specialty?

    Dr. Nwude is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Dorado, AR. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Nwude to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwude is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ugochukwu Nwude accepting new patients in El Dorado, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ugochukwu Nwude offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwude's office at (870) 862-2331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ugochukwu Nwude?

    Please contact Dr. Nwude's office at (870) 862-2331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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