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Who is Dr. Nakawa, Obesity Medicine Specialist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Mustafa Nakawa is an Obesity Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nakawa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakawa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakawa’s office.
What languages does Dr. Nakawa speak?
Dr. Nakawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Nakawa treat?
As a Obesity Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nakawa 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. Nakawa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nakawa perform as a Obesity Medicine Specialist?
As a Obesity Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mustafa Nakawa may include:
- Complications of Gastric Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Consultation
- Gastric Bypass Follow Up
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
- Medical Weight Management
- Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
- Revisional Weight Loss Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nakawa's office.
Does Dr. Nakawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakawa accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Nakawa in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Bankers Fidelity
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Indiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nakawa's office located?
Dr. Mustafa Nakawa also offers virtual visits
Dr. Mustafa Nakawa's Practice 3
8777 Broadway Ste B
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 738-5316
What is Dr. Nakawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558717603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakawa
What is Dr. Mustafa Nakawa's specialty?
Dr. Nakawa is a Obesity Medicine Specialist near Merrillville, IN. A physician specializing in obesity treatment focuses on managing obesity by addressing the genetic, biological, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to the condition. These specialists, who may be internists, endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, preventive medicine physicians, neurologists, or other specialists, use a variety of therapeutic interventions such as diet, physical activity, behavioral modifications, and pharmacotherapy to provide a comprehensive approach to care. Obesity medicine physicians often collaborate with dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals, and bariatric surgeons to optimize patient outcomes. They are also skilled in providing pre-, peri-, and post-surgical care for bariatric patients, advocate for obesity prevention, and support individuals affected by obesity. Contact Dr. Nakawa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mustafa Nakawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakawa is affiliated with Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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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Is Mustafa Nakawa accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Mustafa Nakawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mustafa Nakawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakawa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mustafa Nakawa?
Please contact Dr. Nakawa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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