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Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe, MD

Neurosurgeon

Youngstown, OH

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 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ugokwe typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ugokwe typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ugokwe performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe's Practice 2

    100 Royal Birkdale Dr

    Columbiana, OH 44408

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    Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe's Practice 3

    2000 Westinghouse Dr Ste 200

    Cranberry Township, PA 16066

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ugokwe affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ugokwe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital,Youngstown, OH
    The Surgical Hospital At Southwoods,Boardman, OH
    Salem Regional Medical Center,Salem, OH
    Mercy Health - St. Joseph Warren Hospital,Warren, OH
    Aultman Alliance Community Hospital,Alliance, OH

    What is Dr. Ugokwe's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is 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

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Kenechukwu Ugokwe?

    Please contact Dr. Ugokwe's office at (330) 743-1928 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ugokwe's office located?

    Dr. Ugokwe's offices are located in Youngstown, OH, Columbiana, OH, and Cranberry Township, PA.