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Dr. Remi Okwechime, MD
Suffolk, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okwechime, Critical Care Internist in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Remi Okwechime, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okwechime is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwechime’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwechime’s office at (504) 842-4852.
What languages does Dr. Okwechime speak?
Dr. Okwechime and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does Dr. Okwechime treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Okwechime 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. Okwechime. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Okwechime perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Remi Okwechime 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. Okwechime's office.
Does Dr. Okwechime accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwechime accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okwechime accept in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Okwechime in Suffolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Okwechime's office located?
Dr. Remi Okwechime's Primary Practice
1020 Bon Secours Dr
Suffolk, VA 23435
(504) 842-4852
What is Dr. Okwechime's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwechime's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033566849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwechime?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwechime
What is Dr. Remi Okwechime's specialty?
Dr. Okwechime is a Critical Care Internist near Suffolk, VA. 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. Okwechime to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Remi Okwechime affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwechime is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital 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?
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Is Remi Okwechime accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Remi Okwechime is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Remi Okwechime offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okwechime's office at (504) 842-4852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Remi Okwechime?
Please contact Dr. Okwechime's office at (504) 842-4852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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