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Dr. Chimezie Okochi, MD

Vallejo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okochi, Family Medicine Specialist in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Chimezie Okochi, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Okochi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okochi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okochi’s office at (707) 651-1000.

    Is Dr. Okochi board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Chimezie Okochi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Okochi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okochi typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okochi 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. Okochi. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okochi typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okochi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Okochi. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Okochi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okochi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 651-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okochi accept in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Okochi in Vallejo, CA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Okochi's office located?

    Dr. Chimezie Okochi's Primary Practice

    975 Sereno Dr

    Vallejo, CA 94589

    (707) 651-1000

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

    Dr. Okochi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760638878.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okochi?

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

    What is Dr. Chimezie Okochi's specialty?

    Dr. Okochi is a Family Medicine Specialist near Vallejo, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Chimezie Okochi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okochi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Chimezie Okochi accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chimezie Okochi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chimezie Okochi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okochi's office at (707) 651-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chimezie Okochi?

    Please contact Dr. Okochi's office at (707) 651-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chimezie Okochi have?

    Dr. Chimezie Okochi is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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