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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okonkwo, Neurologist in Newnan, GA?
Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Newnan, GA. Dr. Okonkwo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonkwo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonkwo’s office at (508) 334-1000.
What languages does Dr. Okonkwo speak?
Dr. Okonkwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Okonkwo typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Okonkwo 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. Okonkwo. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Okonkwo typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okonkwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonkwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonkwo accept in Newnan, GA?
Dr. Okonkwo in Newnan, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okonkwo's office located?
Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo's Primary Practice
745 Poplar Rd
Newnan, GA 30265
(508) 334-1000
What is Dr. Okonkwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okonkwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710418959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonkwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonkwo
What is Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo's specialty?
Dr. Okonkwo is a Neurologist near Newnan, GA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okonkwo is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo accepting new patients in Newnan, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office at (508) 334-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerris-Stephanie Okonkwo?
Please contact Dr. Okonkwo's office at (508) 334-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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