Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okolo, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Flourtown, PA?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Flourtown, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okolo completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine. Dr. Okolo is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okolo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okolo’s office at (215) 261-7117.
Where did Dr. Okolo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria
Is Dr. Okolo board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Emmanuel Okolo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okolo speak?
Dr. Okolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okolo typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okolo 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. Okolo. 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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okolo typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okolo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Okolo. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Okolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Okolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 261-7117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okolo accept in Flourtown, PA?
Dr. Okolo in Flourtown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Okolo's office located?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo's Primary Practice
1811 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA 19031
(215) 261-7117
What is Dr. Okolo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457340317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okolo
What is Dr. Emmanuel Okolo's specialty?
Dr. Okolo is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Flourtown, PA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Emmanuel Okolo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okolo is affiliated with Temple University 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Emmanuel Okolo accepting new patients in Flourtown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Emmanuel Okolo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emmanuel Okolo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okolo's office at (215) 261-7117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emmanuel Okolo?
Please contact Dr. Okolo's office at (215) 261-7117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emmanuel Okolo have?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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