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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Njoku, Infectious Disease Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Patrick Njoku, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Njoku graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center Program. Dr. Njoku is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Njoku’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Njoku’s office at (225) 930-4517.
Where did Dr. Njoku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Njoku board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Njoku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Njoku speak?
Dr. Njoku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Njoku typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Njoku 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. Njoku. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Bone inflammation
- Infected bone
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86671: Other chronic osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M869: Osteomyelitis, 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:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Njoku typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Njoku 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. Njoku. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Njoku accept my insurance?
Dr. Njoku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 930-4517 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Njoku accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Njoku in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Njoku's office located?
Dr. Patrick Njoku's Primary Practice
3401 North Blvd Ste 300
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 930-4517
What is Dr. Njoku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Njoku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497945026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Njoku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Njoku
What is Dr. Patrick Njoku's specialty?
Dr. Njoku is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Patrick Njoku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Njoku is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Patrick Njoku accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Njoku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Njoku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Njoku's office at (225) 930-4517 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Njoku?
Please contact Dr. Njoku's office at (225) 930-4517 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Njoku have?
Dr. Patrick Njoku is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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