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Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu, MD
Saint Louis, MO
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azuogu, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Azuogu graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Azuogu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azuogu’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azuogu’s office at (480) 456-9500.
Where did Dr. Azuogu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Azuogu board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Azuogu speak?
Dr. Azuogu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Azuogu treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Azuogu 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. Azuogu. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bruise on Head
- Bruises
- Head contusion
- Head bump
- Black and blue mark on head
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0083XA: Contusion of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Azuogu perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Azuogu's office.
Does Dr. Azuogu accept my insurance?
Dr. Azuogu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 456-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azuogu accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Azuogu in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Centene
City of Norfolk
Easy Choice Health Plan
IASIS Healthcare
Medicaid
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azuogu's office located?
Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu's Primary Practice
9735 Landmark Parkway Dr Ste 201
Saint Louis, MO 63127
(480) 456-9500
What is Dr. Azuogu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azuogu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710964242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azuogu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azuogu
What is Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu's specialty?
Dr. Azuogu is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Azuogu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azuogu is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Abrazo Central Campus 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
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Is Onyemeze Azuogu accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azuogu's office at (480) 456-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Onyemeze Azuogu?
Please contact Dr. Azuogu's office at (480) 456-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu have?
Dr. Onyemeze Azuogu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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