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Dr. John Ok, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ok, Anesthesiologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. John Ok, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ok is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ok’s office.

    Is Dr. Ok board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Ok, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ok speak?

    Dr. Ok and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ok typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ok 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. Ok. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Senile Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ok typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ok 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. Ok. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Ok accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ok accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ok accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Ok in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Healthfirst New York

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    Where is Dr. Ok's office located?

    Methodist Dallas Medical Center

    1441 N Beckley Ave

    Dallas, TX 75203

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    Dr. John Ok's Practice 2

    6606 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy

    Dallas, TX 75240

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    Dr. John Ok's Practice 3

    12222 Merit Dr Ste 600

    Dallas, TX 75251

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    What is Dr. Ok's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ok's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548462435.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ok?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ok

    What is Dr. John Ok's specialty?

    Dr. Ok is an Anesthesiologist near Dallas, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Ok affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ok is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, Medical City Plano Hospital, Methodist Hospital For Surgery 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 Dr. John Ok accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. John Ok is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Ok offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ok's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Ok?

    Please contact Dr. Ok's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ok's office located?

    Dr. Ok's office is located in Dallas, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Ok have?

    Dr. John Ok is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.