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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okoro, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ngozi Okoro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Okoro is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoro’s office at (404) 351-9512.
Is Dr. Okoro board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Okoro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okoro speak?
Dr. Okoro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Okoro treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Okoro 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. Okoro. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Projectile Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Forceful Vomiting
- Violent Vomiting
- Explosive Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1112: Projectile vomiting
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
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:
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Okoro perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ngozi Okoro 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okoro's office.
Does Dr. Okoro accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 351-9512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoro accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Okoro in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Eon Health
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okoro's office located?
Dr. Ngozi Okoro's Primary Practice
1800 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 600
Atlanta, GA 30318
(404) 351-9512
What is Dr. Okoro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730367756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoro
What is Dr. Ngozi Okoro's specialty?
Dr. Okoro is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
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.
Contact Dr. Okoro to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ngozi Okoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoro is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Henry 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 Internist?
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Is Ngozi Okoro accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ngozi Okoro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ngozi Okoro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (404) 351-9512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ngozi Okoro?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (404) 351-9512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ngozi Okoro have?
Dr. Ngozi Okoro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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