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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okolo-Taku, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Gilbert, AZ?
Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Gilbert, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okolo-Taku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okolo-Taku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okolo-Taku’s office at (480) 890-7705.
What languages does Dr. Okolo-Taku speak?
Dr. Okolo-Taku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Okolo-Taku typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Okolo-Taku 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. Okolo-Taku. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Okolo-Taku typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Okolo-Taku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okolo-Taku accept my insurance?
Dr. Okolo-Taku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 890-7705 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okolo-Taku accept in Gilbert, AZ?
Dr. Okolo-Taku in Gilbert, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Medicare
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okolo-Taku's office located?
Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku's Primary Practice
3686 S Rome St
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 890-7705
What is Dr. Okolo-Taku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okolo-Taku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609254788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okolo-Taku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okolo-Taku
What is Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku's specialty?
Dr. Okolo-Taku is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Gilbert, AZ.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okolo-Taku is affiliated with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku accepting new patients in Gilbert, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okolo-Taku's office at (480) 890-7705 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Onyemaechi Okolo-Taku?
Please contact Dr. Okolo-Taku's office at (480) 890-7705 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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