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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agwu, Geriatric Psychiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kalu Agwu, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Agwu is currently affiliated with Harlem Hospital. Dr. Agwu is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agwu’s office at (212) 939-3067.
Where did Dr. Agwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Agwu board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Kalu Agwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Agwu speak?
Dr. Agwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Agwu typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Agwu 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. Agwu. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Substance Use with Drug-Induced Mood Disorder
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Drug-Related Mood Swings
- Substance-Induced Depression
- Drug Use and Bipolar Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1994: Other psychoactive substance use, unspecified with psychoactive substance-induced mood disorder
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Agwu typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kalu Agwu may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Agwu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Agwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Agwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 939-3067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agwu accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Agwu in New York, NY 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)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Agwu's office located?
What is Dr. Agwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104840032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agwu
What is Dr. Kalu Agwu's specialty?
Dr. Agwu is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near New York, NY.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is this Dr. Kalu Agwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agwu is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai Queens 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 a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kalu Agwu accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kalu Agwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalu Agwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agwu's office at (212) 939-3067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalu Agwu?
Please contact Dr. Agwu's office at (212) 939-3067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kalu Agwu have?
Dr. Kalu Agwu is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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