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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okonta, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Laurelton, NY?
Dr. Samuel Okonta, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laurelton, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Okonta graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Okonta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okonta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okonta’s office at (718) 712-1428.
Where did Dr. Okonta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Okonta board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Okonta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okonta speak?
Dr. Okonta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonta typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okonta 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. Okonta. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okonta typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Okonta 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. Okonta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okonta accept my insurance?
Dr. Okonta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 712-1428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okonta accept in Laurelton, NY?
Dr. Okonta in Laurelton, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okonta's office located?
Dr. Samuel Okonta's Primary Practice
21714 Merrick Blvd
Laurelton, NY 11413
(718) 712-1428
What is Dr. Okonta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okonta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295772648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okonta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okonta
What is Dr. Samuel Okonta's specialty?
Dr. Okonta is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Laurelton, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Samuel Okonta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okonta is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Wynn Hospital, Samaritan Medical Center, Westchester 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samuel Okonta accepting new patients in Laurelton, NY?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Okonta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Okonta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okonta's office at (718) 712-1428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Okonta?
Please contact Dr. Okonta's office at (718) 712-1428 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Okonta have?
Dr. Samuel Okonta is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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