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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Onwukwe, Hospitalist in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Augustine Onwukwe, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Burlington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Onwukwe completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Onwukwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onwukwe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onwukwe’s office at (336) 716-2255.
Where did Dr. Onwukwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Lagos | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Onwukwe speak?
Dr. Onwukwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Onwukwe treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Onwukwe 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. Onwukwe. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Onwukwe perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Augustine Onwukwe may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Onwukwe's office.
Does Dr. Onwukwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Onwukwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onwukwe accept in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Onwukwe in Burlington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Onwukwe's office located?
Dr. Augustine Onwukwe's Primary Practice
1240 Huffman Mill Rd
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 716-2255
What is Dr. Onwukwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onwukwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215963343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onwukwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onwukwe
What is Dr. Augustine Onwukwe's specialty?
Dr. Onwukwe is a Hospitalist near Burlington, NC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Onwukwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Augustine Onwukwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Onwukwe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nash General Hospital, Henderson/vance Healthcare, Inc., Person Memorial 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 Augustine Onwukwe accepting new patients in Burlington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Augustine Onwukwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Augustine Onwukwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onwukwe's office at (336) 716-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Augustine Onwukwe?
Please contact Dr. Onwukwe's office at (336) 716-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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