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23 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Ogbuefi, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ogbuefi is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ogbuefi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ogbuefi’s office at (504) 620-0500.
Where did Dr. Ogbuefi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Benin, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ogbuefi board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ogbuefi speak?
Dr. Ogbuefi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ogbuefi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ogbuefi 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. Ogbuefi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ogbuefi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi 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. Ogbuefi's office.
Does Dr. Ogbuefi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ogbuefi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 620-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ogbuefi accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ogbuefi in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ogbuefi's office located?
Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi's Primary Practice
9900 Lake Forest Blvd # F
New Orleans, LA 70127
(504) 620-0500
Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi's Practice 3
4422 General Meyer Ave Ste 103
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 526-1179
What is Dr. Ogbuefi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ogbuefi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700821881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ogbuefi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ogbuefi
What is Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi's specialty?
Dr. Ogbuefi is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Ogbuefi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ogbuefi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Orleans East Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Chioma Ogbuefi accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ogbuefi's office at (504) 620-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chioma Ogbuefi?
Please contact Dr. Ogbuefi's office at (504) 620-0500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi have?
Dr. Chioma Ogbuefi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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