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Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu, MD

Jersey City, NJ

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ucheagwu, Pediatrician in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ucheagwu graduated from University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences. Dr. Ucheagwu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ucheagwu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ucheagwu’s office at (201) 332-7077.

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

    • Medical School: University of Calabar, College of Medicine Sci, Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria | University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Ucheagwu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ucheagwu treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ucheagwu 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. Ucheagwu. 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:

    • Asthma
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ucheagwu perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ucheagwu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ucheagwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 332-7077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ucheagwu accept in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Ucheagwu in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ucheagwu's office located?

    Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu's Primary Practice

    95 Martin Luther King Jr Dr

    Jersey City, NJ 07305

    (201) 332-7077

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    Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu's Practice 2

    751 Bergen Ave

    Jersey City, NJ 07306

    (201) 946-1200

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

    Dr. Ucheagwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245420678.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ucheagwu?

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

    What is Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu's specialty?

    Dr. Ucheagwu is a Pediatrician near Jersey City, NJ. 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. Ucheagwu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ucheagwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hyacinth Ucheagwu accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hyacinth Ucheagwu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ucheagwu's office at (201) 332-7077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hyacinth Ucheagwu?

    Please contact Dr. Ucheagwu's office at (201) 332-7077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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