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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okoye, Pediatrician in Dayton, OH?
Dr. Mekam Okoye, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dayton, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okoye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoye’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoye’s office at (937) 641-4000.
What languages does Dr. Okoye speak?
Dr. Okoye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okoye treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Okoye 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. Okoye. 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:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
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:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Which procedures does Dr. Okoye perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Mekam Okoye may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okoye's office.
Does Dr. Okoye accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (937) 641-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoye accept in Dayton, OH?
Dr. Okoye in Dayton, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okoye's office located?
What is Dr. Okoye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609266774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoye
What is Dr. Mekam Okoye's specialty?
Dr. Okoye is a Pediatrician near Dayton, OH. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Okoye to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mekam Okoye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okoye is affiliated with Ohiohealth O’bleness 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
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Is Mekam Okoye accepting new patients in Dayton, OH?
Yes, Dr. Mekam Okoye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mekam Okoye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoye's office at (937) 641-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mekam Okoye?
Please contact Dr. Okoye's office at (937) 641-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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