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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okereke, Physiatrist in Clackamas, OR?
Dr. Linda Okereke, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Clackamas, OR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okereke completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of Ma Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Okereke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okereke’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okereke’s office at (503) 214-5200.
Where did Dr. Okereke go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of Ma Med Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
What languages does Dr. Okereke speak?
Dr. Okereke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Okereke typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Okereke 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. Okereke. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
- G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Okereke typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Okereke 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. Okereke. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Okereke accept my insurance?
Dr. Okereke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 214-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okereke accept in Clackamas, OR?
Dr. Okereke in Clackamas, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medica Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okereke's office located?
Dr. Linda Okereke's Primary Practice
10100 SE Sunnyside Rd
Clackamas, OR 97015
(503) 214-5200
What is Dr. Okereke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okereke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104964915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okereke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okereke
What is Dr. Linda Okereke's specialty?
Dr. Okereke is a Physiatrist near Clackamas, OR.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Linda Okereke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okereke is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center 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 Linda Okereke accepting new patients in Clackamas, OR?
Yes, Dr. Linda Okereke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Okereke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okereke's office at (503) 214-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Okereke?
Please contact Dr. Okereke's office at (503) 214-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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