EU
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uwakwe, Hospitalist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Emeka Uwakwe, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Uwakwe graduated from University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Morehouse School of Medicine Program. Dr. Uwakwe is fluent in English, Igbo, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uwakwe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uwakwe’s office at (706) 509-4340.
Where did Dr. Uwakwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of Jos Nigeria | University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Uwakwe board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Emeka Uwakwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Uwakwe speak?
Dr. Uwakwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Uwakwe treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Uwakwe 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. Uwakwe. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Uwakwe perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emeka Uwakwe may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Uwakwe's office.
Does Dr. Uwakwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Uwakwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 509-4340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uwakwe accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Uwakwe in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Uwakwe's office located?
Dr. Emeka Uwakwe's Primary Practice
35 Collier Rd NW Ste 635
Atlanta, GA 30309
(706) 509-4340
What is Dr. Uwakwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uwakwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427059096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uwakwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uwakwe
What is Dr. Emeka Uwakwe's specialty?
Dr. Uwakwe is a Hospitalist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Uwakwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emeka Uwakwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uwakwe is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Emeka Uwakwe accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Emeka Uwakwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emeka Uwakwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uwakwe's office at (706) 509-4340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emeka Uwakwe?
Please contact Dr. Uwakwe's office at (706) 509-4340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emeka Uwakwe have?
Dr. Emeka Uwakwe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Hospitalist Near Atlanta, GA
MB
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Bobrov, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Atlanta, GA
EJ
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Elizabeth Jaggers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She is board certified.
Atlanta, GA
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Nana Britwum, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Atlanta, GA