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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obisike, Internist in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Uche Obisike, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Obisike graduated from University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center Program. Dr. Obisike is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obisike’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obisike’s office at (505) 436-2671.
Where did Dr. Obisike go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Obisike board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Uche Obisike, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Obisike speak?
Dr. Obisike and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Obisike typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Obisike 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. Obisike. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Obisike typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Obisike 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. Obisike. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Obisike accept my insurance?
Dr. Obisike accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 436-2671 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obisike accept in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Obisike in Santa Fe, NM 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Obisike's office located?
Dr. Uche Obisike's Primary Practice
433 Saint Michaels Dr
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 436-2671
What is Dr. Obisike's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obisike's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265465884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obisike?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obisike
What is Dr. Uche Obisike's specialty?
Dr. Obisike is a Internist near Santa Fe, NM.
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. Uche Obisike affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obisike is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Los Alamos Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
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Is Uche Obisike accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?
Yes, Dr. Uche Obisike is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uche Obisike offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obisike's office at (505) 436-2671 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uche Obisike?
Please contact Dr. Obisike's office at (505) 436-2671 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uche Obisike have?
Dr. Uche Obisike is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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