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Dr. Remigius Okea, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Carrizo Springs, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okea, Family Medicine Specialist in Carrizo Springs, TX?

    Dr. Remigius Okea, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carrizo Springs, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Okea is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okea’s office.

    Is Dr. Okea board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Remigius Okea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Okea speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okea typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okea 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. Okea. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okea typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Remigius Okea may include:

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

    Does Dr. Okea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okea 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. Okea accept in Carrizo Springs, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • MBA Benefit Administrators

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Okea's office located?

    Dr. Remigius Okea's Primary Practice

    2212 N 1st St

    Carrizo Springs, TX 78834

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    Dr. Remigius Okea's Practice 2

    2483 2nd St Ste E

    Eagle Pass, TX 78852

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    Dr. Remigius Okea's Practice 3

    200 S Interstate 35

    Pearsall, TX 78061

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    What hospitals are Dr. Okea affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Okea has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dimmit Regional Hospital,Carrizo Springs, TX
    Central Texas Medical Center,San Marcos, TX
    Horizon Del Rio Llc,Del Rio, TX

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

    Dr. Okea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235334624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okea?

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

    What is Dr. Remigius Okea's specialty?

    Dr. Okea is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carrizo Springs, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Remigius Okea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okea is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Remigius Okea accepting new patients in Carrizo Springs, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Remigius Okea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Remigius Okea offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Remigius Okea?

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

    Where is Dr. Okea's office located?

    Dr. Okea's offices are located in Carrizo Springs, TX, Eagle Pass, TX, and Pearsall, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Remigius Okea have?

    Dr. Remigius Okea is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.