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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okeakpu, Endocrinologist in Monroeville, AL?
Dr. Donald Okeakpu, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Monroeville, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okeakpu completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Okeakpu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okeakpu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okeakpu’s office at (251) 575-3111.
Where did Dr. Okeakpu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria
Is Dr. Okeakpu board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Okeakpu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okeakpu speak?
Dr. Okeakpu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Okeakpu typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Okeakpu 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. Okeakpu. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Okeakpu typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Okeakpu may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Okeakpu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okeakpu accept my insurance?
Dr. Okeakpu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 575-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okeakpu accept in Monroeville, AL?
Dr. Okeakpu in Monroeville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okeakpu's office located?
Dr. Donald Okeakpu's Primary Practice
2016 S Alabama Ave
Monroeville, AL 36460
(251) 575-3111
What is Dr. Okeakpu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okeakpu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740366400.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okeakpu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okeakpu
What is Dr. Donald Okeakpu's specialty?
Dr. Okeakpu is a Endocrinologist near Monroeville, AL.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Donald Okeakpu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okeakpu is affiliated with Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Uab Hospital, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Okeakpu accepting new patients in Monroeville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Donald Okeakpu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Okeakpu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okeakpu's office at (251) 575-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Okeakpu?
Please contact Dr. Okeakpu's office at (251) 575-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Okeakpu have?
Dr. Donald Okeakpu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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