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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okoro, Urologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okoro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoro’s office at (570) 342-7864.
What languages does Dr. Okoro speak?
Dr. Okoro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okoro treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Okoro 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. Okoro. 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Okoro perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Okoro 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. Okoro. 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:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Okoro accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 342-7864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoro accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Okoro in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AgeWell
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Okoro's office located?
Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro's Primary Practice
2901 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 201
Raleigh, NC 27607
(570) 342-7864
What is Dr. Okoro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407235211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoro
What is Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro's specialty?
Dr. Okoro is a Urologist near Raleigh, NC. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Okoro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoro is affiliated with UNC Health Rex, WakeMed Raleigh Campus, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Chinonyerem Okoro accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chinonyerem Okoro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (570) 342-7864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chinonyerem Okoro?
Please contact Dr. Okoro's office at (570) 342-7864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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