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Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh, MD

Richlands, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chika-Nwosuh, Critical Care Internist in Richlands, VA?

    Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Richlands, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chika-Nwosuh is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chika-Nwosuh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chika-Nwosuh’s office at (240) 215-6310.

    What languages does Dr. Chika-Nwosuh speak?

    Dr. Chika-Nwosuh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Igbo

    What conditions does Dr. Chika-Nwosuh treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Chika-Nwosuh 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. Chika-Nwosuh. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Chika-Nwosuh perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chika-Nwosuh's office.

    Does Dr. Chika-Nwosuh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chika-Nwosuh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 215-6310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chika-Nwosuh accept in Richlands, VA?

    Dr. Chika-Nwosuh in Richlands, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Chika-Nwosuh's office located?

    Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh's Primary Practice

    6719 Governor Gc Peery Hwy Ste 1000

    Richlands, VA 24641

    (240) 215-6310

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    Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh's Practice 2

    1000 E Eager St

    East Case, MD 21202

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    Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh's Practice 3

    400 W 7th St

    Frederick, MD 21701

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

    Dr. Chika-Nwosuh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801327515.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chika-Nwosuh?

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

    What is Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh's specialty?

    Dr. Chika-Nwosuh is a Critical Care Internist near Richlands, VA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Chika-Nwosuh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chika-Nwosuh is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, The Johns Hopkins 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 Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh accepting new patients in Richlands, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chika-Nwosuh's office at (240) 215-6310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ogechukwu Chika-Nwosuh?

    Please contact Dr. Chika-Nwosuh's office at (240) 215-6310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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