27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Imegwu, Vascular Surgeon in Somerville, NJ?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Imegwu?
Dr. Obi Imegwu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Imegwu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Somerville, NJ community, Dr. Imegwu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Imegwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Vascular Surgery; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, General Surgery
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Imegwu board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Obi Imegwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Imegwu speak?
Dr. Imegwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Imegwu typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Imegwu 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. Imegwu. 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:
- Left Leg Pain
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79605: Pain in left leg
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Imegwu typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Imegwu 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. Imegwu. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins (Additional Vein)
- Sclerotherapy for veins
- Foam injection for varicose veins
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Varicose vein injection
- RF ablation for veins
- Endovenous radiofrequency treatment
- Varicose vein heat treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
- 36476: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Imegwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Imegwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 725-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Imegwu accept in Somerville, NJ?
Dr. Imegwu in Somerville, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Imegwu's office located?
Dr. Obi Imegwu's Primary Practice
30 Rehill Ave Ste 3400
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-2400
What hospitals are Dr. Imegwu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Imegwu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Imegwu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Imegwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043261001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Imegwu?
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