33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okorie, Internist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Charles Okorie, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Okorie graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Okorie is fluent in English, Arabic, French, Igbo, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okorie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okorie’s office at (540) 321-4281.
Where did Dr. Okorie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Hospital
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Okorie board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Okorie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1992
What languages does Dr. Okorie speak?
Dr. Okorie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Igbo
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Okorie typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Okorie 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. Okorie. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okorie typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Okorie may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Okorie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okorie accept my insurance?
Dr. Okorie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 321-4281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okorie accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Okorie in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okorie's office located?
Dr. Charles Okorie's Primary Practice
10400 Old Georgetown Rd Ste 6
Bethesda, MD 20814
(540) 321-4281
What is Dr. Okorie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okorie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831146786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okorie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okorie
What is Dr. Charles Okorie's specialty?
Dr. Okorie is a Internist near Bethesda, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Okorie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okorie is affiliated with Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital 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 Charles Okorie accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Charles Okorie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Okorie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okorie's office at (540) 321-4281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Okorie?
Please contact Dr. Okorie's office at (540) 321-4281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Okorie have?
Dr. Charles Okorie is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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