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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Echikunwoke, Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Echikunwoke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Echikunwoke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Echikunwoke’s office at (215) 456-8520.
What languages does Dr. Echikunwoke speak?
Dr. Echikunwoke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Echikunwoke typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Echikunwoke 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. Echikunwoke. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Echikunwoke typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Echikunwoke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Echikunwoke accept my insurance?
Dr. Echikunwoke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-8520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Echikunwoke accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Echikunwoke in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Echikunwoke's office located?
Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-8520
What is Dr. Echikunwoke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Echikunwoke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396313532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Echikunwoke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Echikunwoke
What is Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke's specialty?
Dr. Echikunwoke is a Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Echikunwoke is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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 Blanche Echikunwoke accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blanche Echikunwoke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Echikunwoke's office at (215) 456-8520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blanche Echikunwoke?
Please contact Dr. Echikunwoke's office at (215) 456-8520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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