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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nukuna, Internist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Kenneth Nukuna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Nukuna is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nukuna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nukuna’s office at (302) 366-1868.
Where did Dr. Nukuna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Lagos
Is Dr. Nukuna board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Nukuna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nukuna speak?
Dr. Nukuna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nukuna treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nukuna 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. Nukuna. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Nukuna perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Nukuna 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. Nukuna's office.
Does Dr. Nukuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Nukuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 366-1868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nukuna accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Nukuna in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Nukuna's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Nukuna's Primary Practice
111 Continental Dr Ste 406
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 366-1868
What is Dr. Nukuna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nukuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932189123.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nukuna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nukuna
What is Dr. Kenneth Nukuna's specialty?
Dr. Nukuna is a Internist near Newark, DE.
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. Nukuna to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kenneth Nukuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nukuna is affiliated with Wilmington 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 Kenneth Nukuna accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Nukuna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Nukuna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nukuna's office at (302) 366-1868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Nukuna?
Please contact Dr. Nukuna's office at (302) 366-1868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Nukuna have?
Dr. Kenneth Nukuna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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