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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okwu, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Prosper, TX?
Dr. Vera A Okwu, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Prosper, TX. Dr. Okwu graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Okwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwu’s office at (361) 694-6128.
Where did Dr. Okwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okwu speak?
Dr. Okwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okwu typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okwu 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. Okwu. 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:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Functional Diarrhea
- Diarrhea
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Persistent Diarrhea
- Diarrhea without clear cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- K591: Functional diarrhea
Also known as:
- Food Protein-Induced Intestinal Disease
- Food Allergy Enteropathy
- Protein Allergy Intestine
- Dietary Protein Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5222: Food protein-induced enteropathy
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Okwu typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Okwu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Okwu. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Okwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 694-6128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okwu accept in Prosper, TX?
Dr. Okwu in Prosper, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Cook Children's
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
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Where is Dr. Okwu's office located?
What is Dr. Okwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871736504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwu
What is Dr. Vera A Okwu's specialty?
Dr. Okwu is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Prosper, TX.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Vera A Okwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwu is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System 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
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Is Vera A Okwu accepting new patients in Prosper, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vera A Okwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vera A Okwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okwu's office at (361) 694-6128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vera A Okwu?
Please contact Dr. Okwu's office at (361) 694-6128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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