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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okolo, Critical Care Internist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Chukwuka Okolo, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okolo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okolo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okolo’s office at (214) 345-6789.
What languages does Dr. Okolo speak?
Dr. Okolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okolo treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Okolo 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. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Okolo perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chukwuka Okolo may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okolo's office.
Does Dr. Okolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 345-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okolo accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Okolo in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okolo's office located?
Dr. Chukwuka Okolo's Primary Practice
8200 Walnut Hill Ln
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 345-6789
What is Dr. Okolo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588072540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okolo
What is Dr. Chukwuka Okolo's specialty?
Dr. Okolo is a Critical Care Internist near Dallas, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Okolo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chukwuka Okolo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okolo is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Texas Health Frisco 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Chukwuka Okolo accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chukwuka Okolo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chukwuka Okolo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okolo's office at (214) 345-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chukwuka Okolo?
Please contact Dr. Okolo's office at (214) 345-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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