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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okra-Boateng, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okra-Boateng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okra-Boateng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okra-Boateng’s office at (248) 898-2001.
What languages does Dr. Okra-Boateng speak?
Dr. Okra-Boateng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okra-Boateng typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okra-Boateng 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. Okra-Boateng. 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:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okra-Boateng typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng 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. Okra-Boateng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okra-Boateng accept my insurance?
Dr. Okra-Boateng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 898-2001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okra-Boateng accept in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Okra-Boateng in Peoria, 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)
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Okra-Boateng's office located?
Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng's Primary Practice
221 NE Glen Oak Ave
Peoria, IL 61636
(248) 898-2001
What is Dr. Okra-Boateng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okra-Boateng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790063139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okra-Boateng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okra-Boateng
What is Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng's specialty?
Dr. Okra-Boateng is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Peoria, IL.
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. Linda Okra-Boateng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okra-Boateng is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Linda Okra-Boateng accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?
Yes, Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Okra-Boateng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okra-Boateng's office at (248) 898-2001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Okra-Boateng?
Please contact Dr. Okra-Boateng's office at (248) 898-2001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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