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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okyere, Physiatrist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Britta Okyere, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Okyere is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okyere’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okyere’s office at (770) 536-6300.
What languages does Dr. Okyere speak?
Dr. Okyere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Okyere typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Okyere 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. Okyere. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Okyere typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Okyere 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. Okyere. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Okyere accept my insurance?
Dr. Okyere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 536-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okyere accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Okyere in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okyere's office located?
Dr. Britta Okyere's Primary Practice
655 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-6300
What is Dr. Okyere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okyere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306231535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okyere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okyere
What is Dr. Britta Okyere's specialty?
Dr. Okyere is a Physiatrist near Gainesville, GA.
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. Britta Okyere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okyere is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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
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Is Britta Okyere accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Britta Okyere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Britta Okyere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okyere's office at (770) 536-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Britta Okyere?
Please contact Dr. Okyere's office at (770) 536-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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