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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 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okoroba is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoroba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoroba typically 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. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoroba typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Megbewe Okoroba may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Okoroba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Megbewe Okoroba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoroba is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Jack Hughston Memorial 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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