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Dr. Chukwuka Okolo, MD

Dallas, TX

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. He is board certified. Dr. Okolo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okolo’s practice accepts Medicare 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
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Septic Shock
    • Shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Okolo perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chukwuka Okolo may include:

    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

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other PACE

    • Express Scripts

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

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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

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    Dr. Chukwuka Okolo's Practice 2

    7777 Forest Ln

    Dallas, TX 75230

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    Dr. Chukwuka Okolo's Practice 3

    3901 W 15th St

    Plano, TX 75075

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    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 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 Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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