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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okafor, Internist in Longview, TX?
Dr. Chinwe Okafor, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Longview, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okafor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okafor’s office at (903) 315-1488.
What languages does Dr. Okafor speak?
Dr. Okafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Okafor typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Diabetes due to Underlying Condition
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Secondary Diabetes
- Other Type of Diabetes
- Diabetes from Another Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- E089: Diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition without complications
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okafor typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chinwe Okafor 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. 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 (903) 315-1488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in Longview, TX?
Dr. Okafor in Longview, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Group Benefit Services
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chinwe Okafor?
Dr. Okafor has appointments available at her Longview, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1184869950.
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. Chinwe Okafor's specialty?
Dr. Okafor is a Internist near Longview, TX.
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. Chinwe Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chinwe Okafor accepting new patients in Longview, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chinwe Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chinwe Okafor offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Okafor, or call (903) 315-1488 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Chinwe Okafor?
Yes, Dr. Okafor offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Okafor, or call (903) 315-1488 for more information.
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