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Who is Dr. Olelewe, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Sarah Olelewe, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, CA. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Olelewe graduated from University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine. Dr. Olelewe is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olelewe’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olelewe’s office at (310) 679-9293.
Where did Dr. Olelewe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program
Medical School: University of Calabar, Coll of Med Sci, Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria | University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Olelewe board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Olelewe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Olelewe speak?
Dr. Olelewe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Olelewe treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Olelewe 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. Olelewe. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Which procedures does Dr. Olelewe perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarah Olelewe may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Olelewe's office.
Does Dr. Olelewe accept my insurance?
Dr. Olelewe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 679-9293 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olelewe accept in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Olelewe in Hawthorne, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Olelewe's office located?
Dr. Sarah Olelewe's Primary Practice
11712 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 679-9293
What is Dr. Olelewe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olelewe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689754665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olelewe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olelewe
What is Dr. Sarah Olelewe's specialty?
Dr. Olelewe is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Hawthorne, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Olelewe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sarah Olelewe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Olelewe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Centinela Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sarah Olelewe accepting new patients in Hawthorne, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Olelewe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Olelewe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olelewe's office at (310) 679-9293 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Olelewe?
Please contact Dr. Olelewe's office at (310) 679-9293 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Olelewe have?
Dr. Sarah Olelewe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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