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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Igwebe, Pulmonologist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Theodore Igwebe, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Igwebe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Igwebe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Igwebe’s office at (301) 754-7000.
What languages does Dr. Igwebe speak?
Dr. Igwebe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Igwebe typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Igwebe 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. Igwebe. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Igwebe typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Igwebe may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Igwebe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Igwebe accept my insurance?
Dr. Igwebe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 754-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Igwebe accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Igwebe in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Igwebe's office located?
Dr. Theodore Igwebe's Primary Practice
1500 Forest Glen Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 754-7000
What is Dr. Igwebe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Igwebe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760484281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Igwebe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Igwebe
What is Dr. Theodore Igwebe's specialty?
Dr. Igwebe is a Pulmonologist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Theodore Igwebe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Igwebe is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Theodore Igwebe accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Igwebe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Igwebe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Igwebe's office at (301) 754-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Igwebe?
Please contact Dr. Igwebe's office at (301) 754-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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