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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okafor, Pediatrician in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Francisca Okafor, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okafor’s office at (315) 476-7921.
Where did Dr. Okafor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Okafor speak?
Dr. Okafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Okafor typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Okafor 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. Okafor. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Okafor typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Francisca Okafor may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okafor accept my insurance?
Dr. Okafor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 476-7921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Okafor in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Lifetime Healthcare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?
Dr. Francisca Okafor's Primary Practice
819 S Salina St
Syracuse, NY 13202
(315) 476-7921
What is Dr. Okafor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134374085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okafor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okafor
What is Dr. Francisca Okafor's specialty?
Dr. Okafor is a Pediatrician near Syracuse, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Francisca Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Francisca Okafor accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Francisca Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisca Okafor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (315) 476-7921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisca Okafor?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (315) 476-7921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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