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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ugokwe, Neurosurgeon in Youngstown, OH?
Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Youngstown, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Ugokwe graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Ugokwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ugokwe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ugokwe’s office at (330) 743-1928.
Where did Dr. Ugokwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard University Medical School | Howard Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ugokwe speak?
Dr. Ugokwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ugokwe treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ugokwe 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. Ugokwe. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Does Dr. Ugokwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Ugokwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 743-1928 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ugokwe accept in Youngstown, OH?
Dr. Ugokwe in Youngstown, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx
Pharmacy Network Services
State of Tennessee
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ugokwe's office located?
Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe's Primary Practice
540 Parmalee Ave Ste 510
Youngstown, OH 44510
(330) 743-1928
What is Dr. Ugokwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ugokwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770752891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ugokwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ugokwe
What is Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe's specialty?
Dr. Ugokwe is a Neurosurgeon near Youngstown, OH. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Ugokwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ugokwe is affiliated with Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Boardman 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 Neurosurgeon?
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Is Kenechukwu Ugokwe accepting new patients in Youngstown, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ugokwe's office at (330) 743-1928 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenechukwu Ugokwe?
Please contact Dr. Ugokwe's office at (330) 743-1928 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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