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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okafor, Internist in South Holland, IL?
Dr. Lawrence Okafor, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in South Holland, IL. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Okafor completed his residency at Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Okafor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okafor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okafor’s office at (708) 210-0613.
Where did Dr. Okafor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Okafor board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Okafor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okafor speak?
Dr. Okafor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Okafor typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Okafor 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. Okafor. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- High Blood Sugar Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Okafor typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Okafor 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. Okafor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okafor accept my insurance?
Dr. Okafor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 210-0613 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okafor accept in South Holland, IL?
Dr. Okafor in South Holland, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okafor's office located?
Advocate Medical Group South Holland
100 W 162nd St
South Holland, IL 60473
(708) 210-0613
What is Dr. Okafor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285649012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okafor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okafor
What is Dr. Lawrence Okafor's specialty?
Dr. Okafor is a Internist near South Holland, IL.
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. Lawrence Okafor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okafor is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lawrence Okafor accepting new patients in South Holland, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Okafor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Okafor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (708) 210-0613 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Okafor?
Please contact Dr. Okafor's office at (708) 210-0613 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Okafor have?
Dr. Lawrence Okafor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Okafor
Advocate Medical Group South Holland
100 W 162nd St
South Holland, IL 60473