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Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist, Internist

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okafor, Critical Care Internist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English, 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 (931) 783-2143.

    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 Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okafor typically treat?

    As a Critical Care 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okafor typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor may include:

    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 (931) 783-2143 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Okafor in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?

    Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor's Primary Practice

    4725 N Federal Hwy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

    (931) 783-2143

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    Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor's Practice 2

    1600 S Andrews Ave

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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    What is Dr. Okafor's NPI number?A 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 1831346238.

    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. Ndubuisi Okafor's specialty?

    Dr. Okafor is a Critical Care Internist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (931) 783-2143 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ndubuisi Okafor?

    Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (931) 783-2143 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?

    Dr. Okafor's office is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.