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Who is Dr. Okoli, Infectious Disease Specialist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Obiefuna Okoli, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Okoli graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program. Dr. Okoli is fluent in English and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoli’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoli’s office at (575) 522-6900.
Where did Dr. Okoli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Okoli board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Obiefuna Okoli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okoli speak?
Dr. Okoli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yiddish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Okoli typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Okoli 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. Okoli. 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 here.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Okoli typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Obiefuna Okoli may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Okoli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okoli accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoli accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Okoli in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Okoli's office located?
Dr. Obiefuna Okoli's Primary Practice
2801 Missouri Ave Ste 12
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-6900
What is Dr. Okoli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457560492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoli
What is Dr. Obiefuna Okoli's specialty?
Dr. Okoli is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Las Cruces, NM.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Obiefuna Okoli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoli is affiliated with Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Three Crosses Regional Hospital, Christus Health, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lincoln County 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Obiefuna Okoli accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Obiefuna Okoli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obiefuna Okoli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoli's office at (575) 522-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obiefuna Okoli?
Please contact Dr. Okoli's office at (575) 522-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Obiefuna Okoli have?
Dr. Obiefuna Okoli is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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