Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okwuosa, Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okwuosa completed her residency at The University of Chicago Medical Center - Internal Medicine. Dr. Okwuosa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwuosa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwuosa’s office.
Where did Dr. Okwuosa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: The University of Chicago Medical Center - Cardiology
Residency: The University of Chicago Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Education)
What languages does Dr. Okwuosa speak?
Dr. Okwuosa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okwuosa treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Okwuosa 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. Okwuosa. 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:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Which procedures does Dr. Okwuosa perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okwuosa's office.
Does Dr. Okwuosa accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwuosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okwuosa accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Okwuosa in Chicago, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okwuosa's office located?
What is Dr. Okwuosa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwuosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326355835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwuosa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwuosa
What is Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa's specialty?
Dr. Okwuosa is a Cardiologist near Chicago, IL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Okwuosa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwuosa is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center 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
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Is Tochukwu Okwuosa accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okwuosa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tochukwu Okwuosa?
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