Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
UCSD Heath Care
3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
La Jolla, CA 

Overview

Chika Nwachukwu is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.

Dr. Nwachukwu is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Breast Cancer, Vaginal Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MA

Hospital Affiliations

Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Net

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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UCSD Heath Care
3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
Other Locations
UC San Diego
200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chika Nwachukwu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chika Nwachukwu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Chika Nwachukwu by calling their office at 858-822-4319. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Chika Nwachukwu a top-rated expert for Cervical Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chika Nwachukwu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cervical Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Chika Nwachukwu specialize in?

While Dr. Chika Nwachukwu is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cervical Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Vaginal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Chika Nwachukwu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Chika Nwachukwu has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Chika Nwachukwu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Chika Nwachukwu accept my insurance?

Dr. Chika Nwachukwu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-822-4319 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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