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Who is Dr. Okoronkwo, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Okoronkwo graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Okoronkwo is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoronkwo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoronkwo’s office at (510) 569-7326.
Where did Dr. Okoronkwo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Alameda County Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Okoronkwo board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okoronkwo speak?
Dr. Okoronkwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Okoronkwo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Okoronkwo 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. Okoronkwo. 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 Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Unspecified Joint Disease
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Condition
- Joint Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M129: Arthropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Other Joint Disorder in Multiple Sites
- Joint Disorder
- Specific Polyarthropathy
- Uncommon Multiple Joint Condition
- Atypical Widespread Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1289: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Which procedures does Dr. Okoronkwo perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okoronkwo's office.
Does Dr. Okoronkwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoronkwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 569-7326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoronkwo accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Okoronkwo in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okoronkwo's office located?
Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo's Primary Practice
10500 MacArthur Blvd Ste 104
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 569-7326
What is Dr. Okoronkwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoronkwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922025972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoronkwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoronkwo
What is Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo's specialty?
Dr. Okoronkwo is a Internist near Oakland, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Okoronkwo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okoronkwo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Highland Hospital - Alameda Health System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Uchenna Okoronkwo accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoronkwo's office at (510) 569-7326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uchenna Okoronkwo?
Please contact Dr. Okoronkwo's office at (510) 569-7326 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo have?
Dr. Uchenna Okoronkwo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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