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Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Gadsden, AL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ogbuchi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Ogbuchi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogbuchi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogbuchi’s office at (256) 235-8900.

    What languages does Dr. Ogbuchi speak?

    Dr. Ogbuchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ogbuchi typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ogbuchi 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. Ogbuchi. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ogbuchi typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ogbuchi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ogbuchi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ogbuchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 235-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ogbuchi accept in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Ogbuchi in Gadsden, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Alabama

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Ogbuchi's office located?

    Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi's Primary Practice

    600 S 3rd St

    Gadsden, AL 35901

    (256) 235-8900

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    Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi's Practice 2

    400 E 10th St

    Anniston, AL 36207

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    What is Dr. Ogbuchi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ogbuchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316993918.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogbuchi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogbuchi

    What is Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi's specialty?

    Dr. Ogbuchi is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gadsden, AL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ogbuchi is affiliated with Rmc Anniston, Uab Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ogbuchi's office at (256) 235-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sampson Ogbuchi?

    Please contact Dr. Ogbuchi's office at (256) 235-8900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ogbuchi's office located?

    Dr. Ogbuchi's offices are located in Gadsden, AL and Anniston, AL.