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Dr. Adaora Okonkwo, MD

Dr. Adaora Okonkwo, MD

Park Ridge, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okonkwo, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Park Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Adaora Okonkwo, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Okonkwo graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed her residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Okonkwo is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonkwo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonkwo’s office at (847) 990-5155.

    Where did Dr. Okonkwo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | McGaw Med Center Of Northwestern | Northwestern Memorial Hospital | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Okonkwo board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Adaora Okonkwo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Okonkwo speak?

    Dr. Okonkwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Igbo

    What conditions does Dr. Okonkwo treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Okonkwo 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. Okonkwo. 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.

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Other Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Various Viral Diseases
    • Uncommon Viral Infections
    • Other Virus Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B9789: Other viral agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Does Dr. Okonkwo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okonkwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 990-5155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okonkwo accept in Park Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Okonkwo in Park Ridge, IL 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Okonkwo's office located?

    Dr. Adaora Okonkwo's Primary Practice

    1775 Dempster St

    Park Ridge, IL 60068

    (847) 990-5155

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    Dr. Adaora Okonkwo's Practice 2

    801 S Milwaukee Ave

    Libertyville, IL 60048

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    What is Dr. Okonkwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Okonkwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063404382.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonkwo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonkwo

    What is Dr. Adaora Okonkwo's specialty?

    Dr. Okonkwo is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Park Ridge, IL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Okonkwo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Adaora Okonkwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okonkwo is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Adaora Okonkwo accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Adaora Okonkwo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adaora Okonkwo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office at (847) 990-5155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Adaora Okonkwo?

    Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office at (847) 990-5155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Adaora Okonkwo have?

    Dr. Adaora Okonkwo is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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