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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okafor, Internist in Romeoville, IL?
Dr. Doris Okafor, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Romeoville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okafor completed her residency at Wayne State University of Medicine - Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English and Italian, 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 (630) 856-8620.
Where did Dr. Okafor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University of Medicine - Detroit, Michigan
Is Dr. Okafor board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Doris Okafor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okafor speak?
Dr. Okafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
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:
- 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 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okafor typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Doris 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 (630) 856-8620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in Romeoville, IL?
Dr. Okafor in Romeoville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Doris Okafor?
Dr. Okafor has appointments available at her Romeoville, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. 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 1659512945.
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. Doris Okafor's specialty?
Dr. Okafor is a Internist near Romeoville, IL.
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. Doris Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Doris Okafor accepting new patients in Romeoville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Doris Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doris Okafor offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Okafor, or call (630) 856-8620 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Doris Okafor?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (630) 856-8620 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Doris Okafor have?
Dr. Doris Okafor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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