Dr. Ndudi Oparaeche, MD

Dr. Ndudi Oparaeche, MD

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Rheumatology  ·  
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48 y/o
(29)

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Dr. Ndudi Oparaeche, MD is a rheumatology specialist in Lone Tree, CO and has been practicing for 26 years. He specializes in rheumatology.
NEW PATIENTS
(720) 388-1051
EXISTING PATIENTS
(303) 515-2912
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South Denver Rheumatology

10099 Ridgegate Pkwy Ste 365

Lone Tree, CO 80124
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New Patients
(720) 388-1051
Existing Patients
(303) 515-2912

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan
  • UnitedHealthCare

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Top Care Areas

See how frequently Dr. Oparaeche performs your care needs compared to other doctors.

Fibromyalgia
high
more than 86% of peers
Autoimmune Diseases
high
more than 85% of peers
Low Back Pain
normal
more than 81% of peers

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1  Specialties

  • Rheumatology

2  Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine
    Accredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
  • Rheumatology
    Accredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*

32  Conditions Treated

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2  Procedures

  • Joint Drainage
  • Steroid Injection

Background Check

0 Malpractice Claims

No malpractice history found for Colorado.

0 Sanctions

No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

0 Board Actions

No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

Education

  • University Of Jos
    Medical School | Graduated 1992
  • Nigeria Army Base Hospital
    Internship Hospital | Completed
  • Wayne State University-Detroit
    Residency Hospital | Completed
  • Wayne State University
    Fellowship Hospital | Completed

Awards & Recognition

Awards & Honors
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications

Dr. Oparaeche has no media or publications listed.

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

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New Patients
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Dr. Oparaeche's Reviews

3.7
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Oparaeche to family and friends
29 total reviews (9 have comments)
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Likelihood to Recommend (29)

  • 5
    (19)
  • 4
    (0)
  • 3
    (0)
  • 2
    (1)
  • 1
    (9)

Dr. Oparaeche's Performance

  • Trustworthiness

    VERY GOOD

  • Explains condition(s) well

    VERY GOOD

  • Answers questions

    VERY GOOD

  • Time well spent

    VERY GOOD

Office & Staff Performance

  • Scheduling

    VERY GOOD

  • Office environment

    VERY GOOD

  • Staff friendliness

    VERY GOOD

  • Average wait time

    Under 10 minutes

Patient Comments (9)

He has been my rheumatologist for over a year. He is patient, checks symptoms thoroughly, listens and explains the next steps. He does appropriate lab work without being excessive in the frequency and number of lab draws. He takes the time to answer all my questions politely. My prior...more
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He did not really listen to what I had to say and seemed to jump to a conclusion as to what was wrong with me without listening to me. He was condescending and made me feel like I was wasting his time. I would not recommend him.
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Dr Opaereche is an amazing doctor! He's helped me figure out what is going on with me so I can have less sick days and more days living life. He also gives the best most painless cortisone injections I have EVER had(been getting them done for over 30yrs) in my joints. Fabulous doctor and easy on...more
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I left the office in tears out of frustration. My frustration turned to irritation when he went back and forth between RA and Fibromyalgia. This doctor said my joints weren't swollen when they were.. After reading the posted reviews, it sounds like this doctor dismisses pain and doesn't take...more
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He did not take my concerns seriously. He did answer my questions. My new rheumatologist listens to me, unlike Dr Oparaeche.
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Dr. Oparaeche accepts 6 insurance carriers

  • Aetna
    Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Cigna
    Cigna HMO
    Cigna PPO
    LocalPlus
    Open Access Plus
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan
    MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • UnitedHealthCare
    United Healthcare
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Dr. Oparaeche's affiliated hospitals

Sky Ridge Medical Center
10101 Ridgegate Pkwy
Lone Tree, CO 80124
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