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Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu, MD
Lawndale, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Okonkwoaguolu, Family Medicine Specialist in Lawndale, CA?
Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawndale, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okonkwoaguolu graduated from University of California. Dr. Okonkwoaguolu is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonkwoaguolu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonkwoaguolu’s office at (310) 644-4488.
Where did Dr. Okonkwoaguolu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Okonkwoaguolu speak?
Dr. Okonkwoaguolu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Okonkwoaguolu treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okonkwoaguolu 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. Okonkwoaguolu. 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:
- 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:
- Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with claudication
- Leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70219: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Leg Arteries
- Leg Artery Embolism
- Lower Extremity Thrombosis
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I743: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the lower extremities
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Skin Sensation Issues
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Altered Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R209: Unspecified disturbances of skin sensation
Also known as:
- Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Lower limb pain
- Leg discomfort
- Aching leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Prostate Problems
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate Disorder
- Unspecified Prostate Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- N429: Disorder of prostate, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Okonkwoaguolu perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's office.
Does Dr. Okonkwoaguolu accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonkwoaguolu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 644-4488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonkwoaguolu accept in Lawndale, CA?
Dr. Okonkwoaguolu in Lawndale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GlobalHealth
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's office located?
Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu's Primary Practice
15603 Hawthorne Blvd
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 644-4488
What is Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134239932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonkwoaguolu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonkwoaguolu
What is Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu's specialty?
Dr. Okonkwoaguolu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lawndale, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Okonkwoaguolu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okonkwoaguolu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Jerry Okonkwoaguolu accepting new patients in Lawndale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerry Okonkwoaguolu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's office at (310) 644-4488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerry Okonkwoaguolu?
Please contact Dr. Okonkwoaguolu's office at (310) 644-4488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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