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Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Tell City, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nwabuko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tell City, IN?

    Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tell City, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Nwabuko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwabuko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwabuko’s office at (765) 552-4600.

    Is Dr. Nwabuko board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nwabuko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwabuko typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nwabuko 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. Nwabuko. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nwabuko typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nwabuko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nwabuko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 552-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nwabuko accept in Tell City, IN?

    Dr. Nwabuko in Tell City, IN 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nwabuko's office located?

    Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko's Primary Practice

    8885 State Road 237

    Tell City, IN 47586

    (765) 552-4600

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

    Dr. Nwabuko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366636235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwabuko?

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

    What is Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko's specialty?

    Dr. Nwabuko is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tell City, IN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nwabuko is affiliated with Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Mercy Hospital South 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Onyekachi Nwabuko accepting new patients in Tell City, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nwabuko's office at (765) 552-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko?

    Please contact Dr. Nwabuko's office at (765) 552-4600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nwabuko's office located?

    Dr. Nwabuko's office is located in Tell City, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko have?

    Dr. Onyekachi Nwabuko is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.