24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwafor, Internist in Tempe, AZ?
Where did Dr. Nwafor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria
Is Dr. Nwafor board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tochukwu Nwafor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwafor speak?
Dr. Nwafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nwafor typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nwafor 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. Nwafor. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Pressure Sore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
- Left calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed left calf wound
- Left calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
- L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nwafor typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Nwafor performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nwafor. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Nwafor accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwafor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwafor accept in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Nwafor in Tempe, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nwafor's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Nwafor affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Nwafor has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Nwafor's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518931690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwafor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwafor
What is Dr. Tochukwu Nwafor's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
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.