HO
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okere, Internist in West Nyack, NY?
Dr. Henry Okere, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Nyack, NY. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Okere graduated from University of Lagos / College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Okere is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okere’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okere’s office at (845) 358-7828.
Where did Dr. Okere go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Okere board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Henry Okere, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okere speak?
Dr. Okere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Okere typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Okere 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. Okere. 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:
- 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okere typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Henry Okere 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. Okere's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okere accept my insurance?
Dr. Okere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 358-7828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okere accept in West Nyack, NY?
Dr. Okere in West Nyack, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okere's office located?
Dr. Henry Okere's Primary Practice
2244 Palisades Center Dr
West Nyack, NY 10994
(845) 358-7828
What is Dr. Okere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366455248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okere
What is Dr. Henry Okere's specialty?
Dr. Okere is a Internist near West Nyack, NY.
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.
Is this Dr. Henry Okere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okere is affiliated with Montefiore Nyack Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny, Englewood Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, The Valley 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
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Is Henry Okere accepting new patients in West Nyack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Henry Okere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Henry Okere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okere's office at (845) 358-7828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Henry Okere?
Please contact Dr. Okere's office at (845) 358-7828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Henry Okere have?
Dr. Henry Okere is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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