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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okang, Critical Care Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. George Okang, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Okang graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Okang is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okang’s office at (301) 565-2250.
Where did Dr. Okang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Fed Du Cameroun, Ctr University Des Sci De La Sante | University Of Health Science College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Georgetown University, Washington, DC | UniversitÈ Notre Dame du Kasayi FacultÈ de MÈdecine
What languages does Dr. Okang speak?
Dr. Okang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okang typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Okang 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. Okang. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Okang typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Okang may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Okang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okang accept my insurance?
Dr. Okang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 565-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okang accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Okang in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Okang's office located?
Dr. George Okang's Primary Practice
1500 Forest Glen Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 565-2250
What is Dr. Okang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770573859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okang
What is Dr. George Okang's specialty?
Dr. Okang is a Critical Care Internist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. George Okang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okang is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is George Okang accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. George Okang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Okang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okang's office at (301) 565-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Okang?
Please contact Dr. Okang's office at (301) 565-2250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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