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Dr. Remi Okwechime, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist, Neurocritical Care Specialist, Neurologist

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 1 additional practice location. 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okwechime typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okwechime typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Remi Okwechime may include:

    Please contact Dr. Okwechime's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of Montana

    • State of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Remi Okwechime's Practice 2

    1401 Johnston Willis Dr

    North Chesterfield, VA 23235

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    What hospitals are Dr. Okwechime affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Okwechime has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center,Suffolk, VA
    Princeton Community Hospital,Princeton, WV
    Northwestern Medical Center (ed),Saint Albans, VT

    What is Dr. Okwechime's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Remi Okwechime affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okwechime is affiliated with Great Falls Clinic Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Benefis Health System-East Campus 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Remi Okwechime?

    Please contact Dr. Okwechime's office at (504) 842-4852 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Okwechime's office located?

    Dr. Okwechime's offices are located in Suffolk, VA and North Chesterfield, VA.