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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okoro, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Nosakhare Okoro, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okoro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoro’s office at (940) 767-5145.
What languages does Dr. Okoro speak?
Dr. Okoro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoro typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okoro 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. Okoro. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoro typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nosakhare Okoro may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okoro accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 767-5145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoro accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Okoro in Texarkana, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Okoro's office located?
Dr. Nosakhare Okoro's Primary Practice
2600 Saint Michael Dr
Texarkana, TX 75503
(940) 767-5145
What is Dr. Okoro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730479981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoro
What is Dr. Nosakhare Okoro's specialty?
Dr. Okoro is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Texarkana, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Nosakhare Okoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoro is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Hunt Regional Medical Center At Greenville, Uams Medical Center, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nosakhare Okoro accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nosakhare Okoro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nosakhare Okoro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (940) 767-5145 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nosakhare Okoro?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (940) 767-5145 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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