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Who is Dr. Okere, Family Medicine Specialist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Kennedy Okere, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Okere completed his residency at Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Okere is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okere’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okere’s office at (912) 826-3373.
Where did Dr. Okere go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Is Dr. Okere board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kennedy Okere, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Okere speak?
Dr. Okere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does Dr. Okere treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okere 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. Okere. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Infectious Disease Exposure
- Infectious Disease
- Communicable Disease Contact
- Suspected Infection Exposure
- Contagious Disease Exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z209: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to unspecified communicable disease
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
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
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Which procedures does Dr. Okere perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kennedy Okere may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okere's office.
Does Dr. Okere accept my insurance?
Dr. Okere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 826-3373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okere accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Okere in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okere's office located?
What is Dr. Okere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750347696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okere
What is Dr. Kennedy Okere's specialty?
Dr. Okere is a Family Medicine Specialist near Savannah, GA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Okere to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kennedy Okere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okere 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Kennedy Okere accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kennedy Okere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kennedy Okere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okere's office at (912) 826-3373 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kennedy Okere?
Please contact Dr. Okere's office at (912) 826-3373 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kennedy Okere have?
Dr. Kennedy Okere is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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