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Who is Dr. Chigbu, Internist in Albany, GA?
Dr. Rowland Chigbu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chigbu graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Chigbu is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chigbu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chigbu’s office at (229) 431-1423.
Where did Dr. Chigbu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Morehouse School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chigbu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rowland Chigbu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chigbu speak?
Dr. Chigbu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does Dr. Chigbu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Chigbu 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. Chigbu. 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 High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Mononeuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic single nerve damage
- Mononeuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes-related nerve damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1141: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic mononeuropathy
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Chigbu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rowland Chigbu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chigbu's office.
Does Dr. Chigbu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chigbu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 431-1423 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chigbu accept in Albany, GA?
Dr. Chigbu in Albany, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Chigbu's office located?
Dr. Rowland Chigbu's Primary Practice
2202 E Oglethorpe Blvd
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-1423
What is Dr. Chigbu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chigbu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598949687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chigbu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chigbu
What is Dr. Rowland Chigbu's specialty?
Dr. Chigbu is a Internist near Albany, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Chigbu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Rowland Chigbu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chigbu is affiliated with Phoebe Putney 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Rowland Chigbu accepting new patients in Albany, GA?
Yes, Dr. Rowland Chigbu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rowland Chigbu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chigbu's office at (229) 431-1423 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rowland Chigbu?
Please contact Dr. Chigbu's office at (229) 431-1423 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rowland Chigbu have?
Dr. Rowland Chigbu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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