Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor, MD
Lawrenceville, NJ
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okafor, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Lawrenceville, NJ?
Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrenceville, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okafor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okafor’s office at (919) 684-8111.
What languages does Dr. Okafor speak?
Dr. Okafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okafor typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okafor 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. Okafor. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Lung Disease
- Lung infection
- Chest infection
- Acute respiratory infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okafor typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okafor 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. Okafor. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Okafor accept my insurance?
Dr. Okafor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 684-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in Lawrenceville, NJ?
Dr. Okafor in Lawrenceville, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?
Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor's Primary Practice
3131 Princeton Pike Bldg 4A
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
(919) 684-8111
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor?
Dr. Okafor has appointments available at his Lawrenceville, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Okafor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417584962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okafor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okafor
What is Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor's specialty?
Dr. Okafor is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Lawrenceville, NJ.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Is this Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Pen Bay Medical Center, Penn Medicine Doylestown Hospital, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Hunterdon 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chukwunwike Okafor accepting new patients in Lawrenceville, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwunwike Okafor offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Okafor, or call (919) 684-8111 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwunwike Okafor?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (919) 684-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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