18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nyigu, Internist in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Kurwa Nyigu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Nyigu is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nyigu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nyigu’s office at (703) 396-5292.
What languages does Dr. Nyigu speak?
Dr. Nyigu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nyigu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nyigu 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. Nyigu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nyigu typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Nyigu 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. Nyigu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Nyigu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nyigu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 396-5292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nyigu accept in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Nyigu in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nyigu's office located?
Dr. Kurwa Nyigu also offers virtual visits
Dr. Kurwa Nyigu's Primary Practice
4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 200
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 396-5292
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kurwa Nyigu?
Dr. Nyigu has appointments available at her Alexandria, VA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Nyigu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nyigu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417925272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nyigu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nyigu
What is Dr. Kurwa Nyigu's specialty?
Dr. Nyigu is a Internist near Alexandria, VA.
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.
Is this Dr. Kurwa Nyigu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nyigu is affiliated with Inova Alexandria 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kurwa Nyigu accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?
Yes, Dr. Kurwa Nyigu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurwa Nyigu offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nyigu, or call (703) 396-5292 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kurwa Nyigu?
Yes, Dr. Nyigu offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Nyigu, or call (703) 396-5292 for more information.
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