Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okolo, Gastroenterologist in Roanoke, VA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Okolo?
Dr. Patrick Okolo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Okolo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon Polyps & Cancer, Colonoscopy & Polypectomy, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Pancreatic & Biliary Disease, Pancreatic Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Roanoke, VA community, Dr. Okolo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Okolo board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Okolo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okolo speak?
Dr. Okolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Igbo
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okolo typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okolo 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. Okolo. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okolo typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okolo 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. Okolo. 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
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Okolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-4136 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okolo accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Okolo in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Okolo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Okolo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Okolo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Okolo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003835299.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okolo