25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okonkwo, Family Medicine Specialist in Gastonia, NC?
Where did Dr. Okonkwo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okonkwo speak?
Dr. Okonkwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Igbo
- Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonkwo typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonkwo typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cornelius Okonkwo may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okonkwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonkwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 867-8855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonkwo accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Okonkwo in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Okonkwo's office located?
Dr. Cornelius Okonkwo's Primary Practice
2101 W Franklin Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 867-8855
What hospitals are Dr. Okonkwo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Okonkwo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Okonkwo's NPI number?A 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 1134235369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonkwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonkwo