Dr. Donald Okeakpu
Emergency Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 47+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Donald Okeakpu, MD, is an Emergency Medicine specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1977, having over 47 years of diverse experience, especially in Emergency Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Halifax Regional Hospital, Jersey Shore Hospital, Lakeland Community Hospital, Memorial Hospital The. Dr. Donald Okeakpu also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Medexpress Urgent Care Pc Pennsylvania. Dr. Donald Okeakpu accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (412) 367-3278 to request Dr. Donald Okeakpu the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Donald Okeakpu |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9638196215 |
| 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
- Emergency Medicine (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 47 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. Donald Okeakpu graduated from medical school in 1977.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1740366400
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, October 27, 2006
- NPI Deactivation Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2007
- NPI Reactivation Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2008
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 27, 2010
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. Donald Okeakpu
Medical Licenses
Dr. Donald Okeakpu has been primarily specialized in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism for over 47 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
click for detail Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
| 0101056685 | Virginia |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 0101056685 | Virginia |
- 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.
| 0101056685 | Virginia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Coudersport, Pennsylvania | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Halifax, Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Haleyville, Alabama | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| North Conway, New Hampshire | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Medexpress Urgent Care Pc Pennsylvania
| Medexpress Urgent Care Pc Pennsylvania | 281 |
Practice Locations
7219 McKnight Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237-3524
Phone: (412) 367-3278
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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Dr. Donald Okeakpu [NPI: 1740366400]Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine