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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okoroba, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Megbewe Okoroba, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Okoroba is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoroba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoroba’s office at (706) 507-3747.
Is Dr. Okoroba board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Megbewe Okoroba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okoroba speak?
Dr. Okoroba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Okoroba treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okoroba 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. Okoroba. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Blood Alcohol and Drug Testing
- Blood Alcohol Level
- Drug Testing
- Drug Screening
- BAC Test
- Toxicology Screen
- Substance Use Testing
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0283: Encounter for blood-alcohol and blood-drug test
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Okoroba perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Megbewe Okoroba 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. Okoroba's office.
Does Dr. Okoroba accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoroba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 507-3747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoroba accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Okoroba in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okoroba's office located?
What is Dr. Okoroba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoroba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437233947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoroba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoroba
What is Dr. Megbewe Okoroba's specialty?
Dr. Okoroba is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, GA. 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. Okoroba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Megbewe Okoroba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoroba is affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Megbewe Okoroba accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Megbewe Okoroba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megbewe Okoroba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoroba's office at (706) 507-3747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megbewe Okoroba?
Please contact Dr. Okoroba's office at (706) 507-3747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Megbewe Okoroba have?
Dr. Megbewe Okoroba is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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