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Who is Dr. Onyeukwu, Family Medicine Specialist in Gary, IN?
Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gary, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Onyeukwu completed his residency at Northwest Ctr For Med Educ, Family Medicine. Dr. Onyeukwu is fluent in English, Hausa, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onyeukwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onyeukwu’s office at (219) 884-3447.
Where did Dr. Onyeukwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwest Ctr For Med Educ, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ife- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ife- Nigeria
Is Dr. Onyeukwu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Onyeukwu speak?
Dr. Onyeukwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hausa
Yoruba
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Onyeukwu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Onyeukwu 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. Onyeukwu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Onyeukwu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Onyeukwu 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. Onyeukwu. 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
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
Does Dr. Onyeukwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Onyeukwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 884-3447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onyeukwu accept in Gary, IN?
Dr. Onyeukwu in Gary, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Onyeukwu's office located?
Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu also offers virtual visits
Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu's Primary Practice
3814 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 884-3447
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Onyeukwu has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Onyeukwu, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Onyeukwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onyeukwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093724007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onyeukwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onyeukwu
What is Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu's specialty?
Dr. Onyeukwu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gary, IN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Onyeukwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Methodist Hospitals - Northlake Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geoffrey Onyeukwu accepting new patients in Gary, IN?
Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onyeukwu's office at (219) 884-3447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geoffrey Onyeukwu?
Please contact Dr. Onyeukwu's office at (219) 884-3447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu have?
Dr. Geoffrey Onyeukwu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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