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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Okoro, Cardiologist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Charles Okoro, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Okoro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoro’s office at (219) 649-2750.
What languages does Dr. Okoro speak?
Dr. Okoro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Okoro typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Okoro 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. Okoro. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Acute Angina
- Worsening Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I200: Unstable angina
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Okoro typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Okoro may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okoro accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 649-2750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoro accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Okoro in Merrillville, IN 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 Michigan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sana Benefits
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okoro's office located?
Dr. Charles Okoro's Primary Practice
200 E 89th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 649-2750
What is Dr. Okoro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689673683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoro
What is Dr. Charles Okoro's specialty?
Dr. Okoro is a Cardiologist near Merrillville, IN.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Charles Okoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okoro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Methodist Hospitals - Northlake Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Okoro accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Charles Okoro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Okoro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (219) 649-2750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Okoro?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (219) 649-2750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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