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Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa, MD

Branford, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okwuosa, Pediatrician in Branford, CT?

    Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Branford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okwuosa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwuosa’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwuosa’s office at (203) 481-5591.

    What languages does Dr. Okwuosa speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Okwuosa treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Okwuosa 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. Okwuosa. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Which procedures does Dr. Okwuosa perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Okwuosa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okwuosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 481-5591 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okwuosa accept in Branford, CT?

    Dr. Okwuosa in Branford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Okwuosa's office located?

    Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa's Primary Practice

    682 E Main St

    Branford, CT 06405

    (203) 481-5591

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    Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa's Practice 2

    179 Roseland Ave

    Waterbury, CT 06710

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    Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa's Practice 3

    51 N Elm St

    Waterbury, CT 06702

    (203) 574-4000

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

    Dr. Okwuosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033515275.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwuosa?

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

    What is Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa's specialty?

    Dr. Okwuosa is a Pediatrician near Branford, CT. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Okwuosa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okwuosa is affiliated with Danbury 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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    Is Chinelo Okwuosa accepting new patients in Branford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chinelo Okwuosa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okwuosa's office at (203) 481-5591 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chinelo Okwuosa?

    Please contact Dr. Okwuosa's office at (203) 481-5591 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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