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Dr. Jeffrey Okonye, MD
Atlanta, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okonye, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Jeffrey Okonye, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okonye is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonye’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonye’s office at (404) 785-9785.
What languages does Dr. Okonye speak?
Dr. Okonye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonye typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okonye 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. Okonye. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonye typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Okonye may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Okonye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okonye accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-9785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonye accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Okonye in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okonye's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Okonye's Primary Practice
1547 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 785-9785
What is Dr. Okonye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okonye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689020612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonye
What is Dr. Jeffrey Okonye's specialty?
Dr. Okonye is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Okonye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okonye is affiliated with Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Okonye accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Okonye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Okonye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okonye's office at (404) 785-9785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Okonye?
Please contact Dr. Okonye's office at (404) 785-9785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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