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Dr. Mustafa Nakawa

Obesity Medicine Specialist

Merrillville, IN

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Nakawa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakawa’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakawa typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    What procedures does an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakawa typically perform?

    As an Obesity Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mustafa Nakawa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nakawa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nakawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Zing Health

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    Where is Dr. Nakawa's office located?

    Dr. Mustafa Nakawa also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Mustafa Nakawa's Primary Practice

    120 E 90th Dr Ste 120

    Merrillville, IN 46410

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    Dr. Mustafa Nakawa's Practice 2

    2269 W 25th Ave

    Gary, IN 46404

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    Dr. Mustafa Nakawa's Practice 3

    8777 Broadway Ste B

    Merrillville, IN 46410

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nakawa affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nakawa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Nakawa's NPI number?A 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 an Obesity Medicine Specialist near Merrillville, IN.

    What does an Obesity Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Mustafa Nakawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nakawa is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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

    When to see an Obesity Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obesity Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Mustafa Nakawa?

    Please contact Dr. Nakawa's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nakawa's office located?

    Dr. Nakawa's offices are located in Merrillville, IN and Gary, IN.