Dr. Chidi Ukatu, MD

Gig Harbor, WA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ukatu, Surgeon in Gig Harbor, WA?

Dr. Chidi Ukatu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Ukatu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ukatu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ukatu’s office at (509) 755-5120.

What languages does Dr. Ukatu speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ukatu typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Ukatu 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. Ukatu. 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.

Also known as:

Acute Appendicitis
Appendicitis
Inflamed Appendix
Sudden Appendix Inflammation
Appendicitis Attack

ICD-10 Codes:

K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ukatu typically perform?

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Chidi Ukatu may include:

Please contact Dr. Ukatu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Ukatu accept my insurance?

Dr. Ukatu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 755-5120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ukatu accept in Gig Harbor, WA?

Dr. Ukatu in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Santa Cruz County
State of California

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Where is Dr. Ukatu's office located?

Dr. Chidi Ukatu's Primary Practice

4700 Point Fosdick Dr

Gig Harbor, WA 98335

(509) 755-5120

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Dr. Chidi Ukatu's Practice 2

311 S L St

Tacoma, WA 98405

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What hospitals are Dr. Ukatu affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ukatu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Trios Southridge Hospital,Kennewick, WA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center,San Jose, CA

Multicare Deaconess Hospital,Spokane, WA

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

Dr. Ukatu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023212982.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ukatu?

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

What is Dr. Chidi Ukatu's specialty?

Dr. Ukatu is a Surgeon near Gig Harbor, WA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Chidi Ukatu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ukatu is affiliated with Trios Southridge Hospital 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

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