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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oculam, Internist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Aleona Oculam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Oculam graduated from Cebu Institute of Medicine. Dr. Oculam is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oculam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oculam’s office at (423) 562-4968.
Where did Dr. Oculam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Cebu Institute of Medicine
Is Dr. Oculam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Aleona Oculam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Oculam speak?
Dr. Oculam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Oculam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Oculam 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. Oculam. 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:
- 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Oculam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aleona Oculam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Oculam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oculam accept my insurance?
Dr. Oculam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 562-4968 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oculam accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Oculam in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Oculam's office located?
Dr. Aleona Oculam's Primary Practice
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 570
Knoxville, TN 37920
(423) 562-4968
What is Dr. Oculam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oculam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578661518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oculam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oculam
What is Dr. Aleona Oculam's specialty?
Dr. Oculam is a Internist near Knoxville, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Aleona Oculam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oculam is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee 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
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Is Aleona Oculam accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Aleona Oculam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleona Oculam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oculam's office at (423) 562-4968 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleona Oculam?
Please contact Dr. Oculam's office at (423) 562-4968 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aleona Oculam have?
Dr. Aleona Oculam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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