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Dr. Obiora Anyoku, MD

Laurelton, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anyoku, Internist in Laurelton, NY?

    Dr. Obiora Anyoku, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laurelton, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Anyoku graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Anyoku is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anyoku’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anyoku’s office at (718) 868-4553.

    Where did Dr. Anyoku go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Anyoku board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Obiora Anyoku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anyoku speak?

    Dr. Anyoku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Anyoku typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Anyoku 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. Anyoku. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Anyoku typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Obiora Anyoku may include:

    Please contact Dr. Anyoku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Anyoku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anyoku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 868-4553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anyoku accept in Laurelton, NY?

    Dr. Anyoku in Laurelton, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Anyoku's office located?

    Dr. Obiora Anyoku's Primary Practice

    22414 Merrick Blvd

    Laurelton, NY 11413

    (718) 868-4553

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    Alfamed Physician Pc

    2008 Seagirt Blvd

    Far Rockaway, NY 11691

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    Dr. Obiora Anyoku's Practice 3

    13303 Jamaica Ave

    Jamaica, NY 11418

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    What is Dr. Anyoku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Anyoku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225093180.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anyoku?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anyoku

    What is Dr. Obiora Anyoku's specialty?

    Dr. Anyoku is a Internist near Laurelton, NY.

    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. Obiora Anyoku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anyoku is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Obiora Anyoku accepting new patients in Laurelton, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Obiora Anyoku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Obiora Anyoku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anyoku's office at (718) 868-4553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Obiora Anyoku?

    Please contact Dr. Anyoku's office at (718) 868-4553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Obiora Anyoku have?

    Dr. Obiora Anyoku is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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