24 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Okigbo, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Nnenna Okigbo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Okigbo graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard University Program. Dr. Okigbo is fluent in English, Igbo, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okigbo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okigbo’s office at (301) 592-0062.
Where did Dr. Okigbo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard University Program
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Okigbo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nnenna Okigbo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okigbo speak?
Dr. Okigbo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Okigbo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Okigbo 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. Okigbo. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okigbo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nnenna Okigbo may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Okigbo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okigbo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okigbo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 592-0062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okigbo accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Okigbo in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okigbo's office located?
Dr. Nnenna Okigbo's Primary Practice
11161 New Hampshire Ave Ste 305
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 592-0062
What is Dr. Okigbo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okigbo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538167028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okigbo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okigbo
What is Dr. Nnenna Okigbo's specialty?
Dr. Okigbo is a Internist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.