Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Onunkwo, Infectious Disease Specialist in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Onunkwo graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey City Medical Center. Dr. Onunkwo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onunkwo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onunkwo’s office at (574) 256-9032.
Where did Dr. Onunkwo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin | MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN
Residency: Jersey City Medical Center | Jersey City Medical Center | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Onunkwo board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2019, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2015
What languages does Dr. Onunkwo speak?
Dr. Onunkwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Onunkwo typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Onunkwo 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. Onunkwo. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Onunkwo typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Onunkwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Onunkwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Onunkwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 256-9032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onunkwo accept in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Onunkwo in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Onunkwo's office located?
What is Dr. Onunkwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onunkwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992752018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onunkwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onunkwo
What is Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo's specialty?
Dr. Onunkwo is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Elkhart, IN.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Onunkwo is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Elkhart General Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Goshen Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chiedu Onunkwo accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?
Yes, Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onunkwo's office at (574) 256-9032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chiedu Onunkwo?
Please contact Dr. Onunkwo's office at (574) 256-9032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo have?
Dr. Chiedu Onunkwo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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