Dr. Obidike Nwakudu, MD

Clinton, IL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Online booking

Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nwakudu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Clinton, IL?

Dr. Obidike Nwakudu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clinton, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nwakudu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwakudu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwakudu’s office at (319) 526-8750.

Where did Dr. Nwakudu go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School

Is Dr. Nwakudu board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Obidike Nwakudu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

What languages does Dr. Nwakudu speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwakudu typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwakudu 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. Nwakudu. 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:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

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:

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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:

Atypical Facial Pain
Facial Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Persistent Idiopathic Facial Pain
Chronic Facial Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

G501: Atypical facial pain

Also known as:

Sore Throat
Acute pharyngitis
Throat inflammation
Acute throat infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

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:

Viral Infection
Virus Infection
Viral Illness
Common Virus

ICD-10 Codes:

B349: Viral infection, unspecified

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwakudu typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Obidike Nwakudu may include:

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

Does Dr. Nwakudu accept my insurance?

Dr. Nwakudu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 526-8750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nwakudu accept in Clinton, IL?

Dr. Nwakudu in Clinton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Nwakudu's office located?

Dr. Obidike Nwakudu also offers virtual visits

Emergency Room

422 W White St

Clinton, IL 61727

(319) 526-8750

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Dr. Obidike Nwakudu's Practice 2

1051 W South St

Kewanee, IL 61443

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What hospitals are Dr. Nwakudu affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Nwakudu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Carle Foundation Hospital,Urbana, IL

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Decatur Memorial Hospital,Decatur, IL

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Carle Bromenn Medical Center,Normal, IL

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Warner Hospital & Health Services,Clinton, IL

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL

Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Obidike Nwakudu?

Dr. Nwakudu has appointments available at his Clinton, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

Dr. Nwakudu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225238504.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwakudu?

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

What is Dr. Obidike Nwakudu's specialty?

Dr. Nwakudu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Clinton, IL.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

Is Dr. Obidike Nwakudu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nwakudu is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Carle Bromenn 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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