Dr. Chiedu Okocha
Internal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 36+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Chiedu Okocha, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Asheville, North Carolina. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1988, having over 36 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Duke University Hospital, Lewisgale Medical Center, North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Medwest Swain. Dr. Chiedu Okocha also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of North Carolina Pllc. Dr. Chiedu Okocha accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (828) 213-5400 to request Dr. Chiedu Okocha the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Chiedu Okocha |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9436051620 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 36 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Chiedu Okocha graduated from medical school in 1988.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1851409817
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Chiedu Okocha
Medical Licenses
Dr. Chiedu Okocha has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 36 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine 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.
| 200401289 | North Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Durham, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Salem, Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Bryson City, North Carolina | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of North Carolina Pllc
| Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of North Carolina Pllc | 113 |
Practice Locations
428 Biltmore Ave
Asheville, NC 28801-4502
Phone: (828) 213-5400
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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