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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Usifo, Internist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Osabuohien Usifo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Usifo completed his residency at Morehouse Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Usifo is fluent in English, German, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Usifo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Usifo’s office at (912) 527-1100.
Where did Dr. Usifo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Usifo board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Osabuohien Usifo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Usifo speak?
Dr. Usifo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Usifo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Usifo 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. Usifo. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- 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
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z6835: Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Usifo perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Osabuohien Usifo 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. Usifo's office.
Does Dr. Usifo accept my insurance?
Dr. Usifo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 527-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Usifo accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Usifo in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthgram
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Usifo's office located?
Dr. Osabuohien Usifo's Primary Practice
1170 Shawnee St
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 527-1100
What is Dr. Usifo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Usifo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750385662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Usifo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Usifo
What is Dr. Osabuohien Usifo's specialty?
Dr. Usifo is a Internist near Savannah, GA.
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. Usifo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Osabuohien Usifo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Usifo is affiliated with Candler Hospital 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 Osabuohien Usifo accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Osabuohien Usifo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Osabuohien Usifo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Usifo's office at (912) 527-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Osabuohien Usifo?
Please contact Dr. Usifo's office at (912) 527-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Osabuohien Usifo have?
Dr. Osabuohien Usifo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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