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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Agu, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Johnson Agu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Agu graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine. Dr. Agu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agu’s office at (713) 773-2255.
Where did Dr. Agu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Agu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Johnson Agu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Agu speak?
Dr. Agu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Agu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Agu 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. Agu. 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:
- 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Agu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Johnson Agu 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
Please contact Dr. Agu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Agu accept my insurance?
Dr. Agu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 773-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Agu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Agu's office located?
Dr. Johnson Agu's Primary Practice
7737 Beechnut St Ste 202
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 773-2255
What is Dr. Agu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912957879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agu
What is Dr. Johnson Agu's specialty?
Dr. Agu is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Johnson Agu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Agu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Johnson Agu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Johnson Agu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Johnson Agu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agu's office at (713) 773-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Johnson Agu?
Please contact Dr. Agu's office at (713) 773-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Johnson Agu have?
Dr. Johnson Agu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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