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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Onyekwere, Specialist in Anniston, AL?
Dr. Osita Onyekwere, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Anniston, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Onyekwere graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Onyekwere is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onyekwere’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onyekwere’s office at (256) 235-5121.
Where did Dr. Onyekwere go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga | Morehouse School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Onyekwere speak?
Dr. Onyekwere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Onyekwere treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Onyekwere 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. Onyekwere. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does Dr. Onyekwere perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Onyekwere 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. Onyekwere. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Does Dr. Onyekwere accept my insurance?
Dr. Onyekwere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 235-5121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onyekwere accept in Anniston, AL?
Dr. Onyekwere in Anniston, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Onyekwere's office located?
Dr. Osita Onyekwere's Primary Practice
1131 Leighton Ave
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 235-5121
What is Dr. Onyekwere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onyekwere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518923465.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onyekwere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onyekwere
What is Dr. Osita Onyekwere's specialty?
Dr. Onyekwere is a Specialist near Anniston, AL. Contact Dr. Onyekwere to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Osita Onyekwere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Onyekwere is affiliated with RMC Anniston, UAB Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Osita Onyekwere accepting new patients in Anniston, AL?
Yes, Dr. Osita Onyekwere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Osita Onyekwere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onyekwere's office at (256) 235-5121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Osita Onyekwere?
Please contact Dr. Onyekwere's office at (256) 235-5121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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