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Who is Dr. Okoye, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Lumberton, NC?
Dr. Joseph Okoye, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lumberton, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Okoye graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center. He is a member of the American College o Physicians and American Medical Association. Dr. Okoye is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okoye’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okoye’s office at (910) 738-3957.
Where did Dr. Okoye go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Okoye board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Okoye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Okoye speak?
Dr. Okoye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoye typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okoye 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. Okoye. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okoye typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Okoye may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Okoye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okoye accept my insurance?
Dr. Okoye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 738-3957 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okoye accept in Lumberton, NC?
Dr. Okoye in Lumberton, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Assurant
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Okoye's office located?
Dr. Joseph Okoye's Primary Practice
800 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Lumberton, NC 28358
(910) 738-3957
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College o Physicians
Member
American Medical Association
Member
What is Dr. Okoye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okoye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063407625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okoye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okoye
What is Dr. Joseph Okoye's specialty?
Dr. Okoye is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Lumberton, NC.
Is this Dr. Joseph Okoye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okoye is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Okoye accepting new patients in Lumberton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Okoye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Okoye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okoye's office at (910) 738-3957 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Okoye?
Please contact Dr. Okoye's office at (910) 738-3957 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Okoye have?
Dr. Joseph Okoye is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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