Summary

Dr. Ben Umeze is a family medicine physician with extensive expertise spanning surgery and preventative medicine. He earned his medical degree from Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training at Harlem Hospital Center. With 45 years of medical experience, Dr. Umeze brings decades of clinical knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Umeze is affiliated with BronxCare Health System and practices in Bronx, New York. His clinical expertise includes treating high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing abdominal pain during pregnancy. He performs diagnostic hearing tests and Doppler ultrasound procedures to evaluate blood flow and circulation. Dr. Umeze's combination of family medicine training with surgical background enables him to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 45 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Harlem Hospital Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lovina Medical

1423 Glover StBronx, NY 10462
Mon9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Ben Okechukwu Umeze, MDRegina Askia Williams, DNP(c), FNP-BCDr. Ahmed ElsayedDr. Arkadiy Takhalov, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
45 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Russian, English
Bronx , NYEnglewood , NJBROOKLYN , NYForest Hills , NY
Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Samarkand State Medical Institute
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ben Okechukwu Umeze

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ben Okechukwu Umeze has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ben Okechukwu Umeze has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Preventative Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Ben Okechukwu Umeze holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Harlem Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Umeze's NPI number is 1023135100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ben Umeze speak?
Dr. Ben Umeze speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ben Umeze affiliated with?
Dr. Ben Umeze is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System.
Does Dr. Ben Umeze accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ben Umeze accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ben Umeze?
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Does Dr. Ben Umeze accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ben Umeze has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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