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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okwuashi, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Shirley Okwuashi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okwuashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwuashi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwuashi’s office at (314) 251-6339.
What languages does Dr. Okwuashi speak?
Dr. Okwuashi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okwuashi treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Okwuashi 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. Okwuashi. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Okwuashi perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shirley Okwuashi 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. Okwuashi's office.
Does Dr. Okwuashi accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwuashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okwuashi accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Okwuashi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Essence Healthcare
Medicare
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Okwuashi's office located?
Dr. Shirley Okwuashi's Primary Practice
10010 Kennerly Rd # 3
Saint Louis, MO 63128
(314) 251-6339
What is Dr. Okwuashi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwuashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417247693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwuashi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwuashi
What is Dr. Shirley Okwuashi's specialty?
Dr. Okwuashi is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.
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. Okwuashi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shirley Okwuashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwuashi is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Shirley Okwuashi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Shirley Okwuashi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirley Okwuashi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okwuashi's office at (314) 251-6339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirley Okwuashi?
Please contact Dr. Okwuashi's office at (314) 251-6339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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