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Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New York, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ezenkwele, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Ezenkwele graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ezenkwele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ezenkwele’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ezenkwele’s office at (718) 932-1000.

    Where did Dr. Ezenkwele go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ezenkwele board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ezenkwele speak?

    Dr. Ezenkwele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ezenkwele typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ezenkwele 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. Ezenkwele. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ezenkwele typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ezenkwele's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ezenkwele accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ezenkwele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 932-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ezenkwele accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ezenkwele in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ezenkwele's office located?

    Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele's Primary Practice

    1468 Madison Ave

    New York, NY 10029

    (718) 932-1000

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    Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center

    760 Broadway

    Brooklyn, NY 11206

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    Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele's Practice 3

    2510 30th Ave

    Long Island City, NY 11102

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    What is Dr. Ezenkwele's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ezenkwele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750374427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ezenkwele?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ezenkwele

    What is Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele's specialty?

    Dr. Ezenkwele is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ezenkwele is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ezenkwele's office at (718) 932-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele?

    Please contact Dr. Ezenkwele's office at (718) 932-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ezenkwele's office located?

    Dr. Ezenkwele's offices are located in New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, and Long Island City, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele have?

    Dr. Ugo Ezenkwele is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.