Dr. Theodore E Okechuku
Anesthesiology in Jackson, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 43+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Theodore E Okechuku, MD, is an Anesthesiology specialist in Jackson, Mississippi. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1981, having over 43 years of diverse experience, especially in Anesthesiology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including University Of Mississippi Med Center. Dr. Theodore E Okechuku also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Theodore E Okechuku accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (601) 984-5900 to request Dr. Theodore E Okechuku the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Theodore E Okechuku |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8921994039 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own 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
- Anesthesiology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 43 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. Theodore E Okechuku graduated from medical school in 1981.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1619910445
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, August 29, 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 not 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. Theodore E Okechuku
Medical Licenses
Dr. Theodore E Okechuku has been primarily specialized in Pediatric Anesthesiology for over 43 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Anesthesiology / Pediatric Anesthesiology
click for detail Pediatric Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist who has had additional skill and experience in and is primarily concerned with the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. A pediatric anesthesiologist generally provides services including the evaluation of complex medical problems in infants and children when surgery is necessary, planning and care for children before and after surgery, pain control, anesthesia and sedation for any procedures out of the operating room such as MRI, CT scan, and radiation therapy.
| 20921 | Mississippi |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Anesthesiology
click for detail Anesthesiology An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
| L0888 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Jackson, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center | 618 |
Practice Locations
2500 N State St
Jackson, MS 39216-4500
Phone: (601) 984-5900
Fax: (601) 984-5939
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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Thursday, November 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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