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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ifudu, Internist in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ifudu completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Nephrology. Dr. Ifudu is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ifudu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ifudu’s office at (718) 258-7700.
Where did Dr. Ifudu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Nephrology
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria
Is Dr. Ifudu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ifudu speak?
Dr. Ifudu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does Dr. Ifudu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ifudu 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. Ifudu. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Ifudu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ifudu's office.
Does Dr. Ifudu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ifudu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 258-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ifudu accept in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Ifudu in Yonkers, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ifudu's office located?
What is Dr. Ifudu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ifudu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073551966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ifudu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ifudu
What is Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu's specialty?
Dr. Ifudu is a Internist near Yonkers, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Ifudu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ifudu is affiliated with St. John's Riverside Hospital - Andrus Pavilion which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Onyekachi Ifudu accepting new patients in Yonkers, NY?
Yes, Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ifudu's office at (718) 258-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Onyekachi Ifudu?
Please contact Dr. Ifudu's office at (718) 258-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu have?
Dr. Onyekachi Ifudu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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