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Dr. Byron Okwesili, MD

Red Bank, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okwesili, Gastroenterologist in Red Bank, NJ?

    Dr. Byron Okwesili, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Red Bank, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okwesili is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwesili’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwesili’s office at (732) 897-2770.

    What languages does Dr. Okwesili speak?

    Dr. Okwesili and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okwesili typically treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okwesili 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. Okwesili. 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okwesili typically perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okwesili 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. Okwesili. 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Okwesili accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okwesili accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 897-2770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okwesili accept in Red Bank, NJ?

    Dr. Okwesili in Red Bank, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Okwesili's office located?

    Dr. Byron Okwesili's Primary Practice

    331 Newman Springs Rd Ste 220 Bldg 2

    Red Bank, NJ 07701

    (732) 897-2770

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    Dr. Byron Okwesili's Practice 2

    306 Mlk Jr Blvd

    Newark, NJ 07102

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    Dr. Byron Okwesili's Practice 3

    19 Davis Ave Fl 6

    Neptune, NJ 07753

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    What is Dr. Okwesili's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Okwesili's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760044630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwesili?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwesili

    What is Dr. Byron Okwesili's specialty?

    Dr. Okwesili is a Gastroenterologist near Red Bank, NJ.

    What does a Gastroenterologist do?

    An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.

    Is this Dr. Byron Okwesili affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okwesili is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Byron Okwesili accepting new patients in Red Bank, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Okwesili is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Byron Okwesili offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okwesili's office at (732) 897-2770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Byron Okwesili?

    Please contact Dr. Okwesili's office at (732) 897-2770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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