Dr. Ekene I Okolo
Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 17+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Ekene I Okolo is an Internal Medicine specialist in Harlingen, Texas. He attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio in 2007, having over 17 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, St David's South Austin Medical Center, Woodland Heights Medical Center, Seton Highland Lakes, Seton Medical Center Williamson. Dr. Ekene I Okolo also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hni Medical Services. Dr. Ekene I Okolo may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Ekene I Okolo at 512 Victoria Ln 12 to request Dr. Ekene I Okolo the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Ekene I Okolo |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5395933212 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He maybe 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 17 years of diverse experience
Education and Training
- Dr. Ekene I Okolo attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio in 2007.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1528372729
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 29, 2010
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, June 25, 2013
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. Ekene I Okolo
Medical Licenses
Dr. Ekene I Okolo has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 17 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.
| N5920 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| San Antonio, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Austin, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Lufkin, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Burnet, Texas | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Round Rock, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Hni Medical Services | 152 |
Practice Locations
512 Victoria Ln
12
Harlingen, TX 78550-3228
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
This physician profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, July 31, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, June 25, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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