Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okpara, Hospitalist in Humble, TX?
Dr. Clayton Okpara, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Humble, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okpara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okpara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okpara’s office at (281) 319-8409.
What languages does Dr. Okpara speak?
Dr. Okpara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Okpara typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Okpara 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. Okpara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5084: End stage heart failure
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6250: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Okpara typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Clayton Okpara may include:
Please contact Dr. Okpara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okpara accept my insurance?
Dr. Okpara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 319-8409 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okpara accept in Humble, TX?
Dr. Okpara in Humble, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okpara's office located?
Dr. Clayton Okpara's Primary Practice
18951 N Memorial Dr
Humble, TX 77338
(281) 319-8409
What is Dr. Okpara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okpara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790163764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okpara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okpara
What is Dr. Clayton Okpara's specialty?
Dr. Okpara is a Hospitalist near Humble, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Clayton Okpara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okpara is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore 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 Clayton Okpara accepting new patients in Humble, TX?
Yes, Dr. Clayton Okpara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clayton Okpara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okpara's office at (281) 319-8409 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clayton Okpara?
Please contact Dr. Okpara's office at (281) 319-8409 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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