Dr. Doris Okafor

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 22+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Doris Okafor Jr., PT,MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Belvidere, Illinois. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate South Suburban Hospital. Dr. Doris Okafor also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation. Dr. Doris Okafor may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Doris Okafor at 1625 S State St to request Dr. Doris Okafor the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1625 S State St
Belvidere, IL 61008-5907


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Doris Okafor Jr.
Gender Female
PECOS ID 6406045863
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She 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 22 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Physical Therapist (PT)
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    Physical Therapist
    Physical therapists, sometimes called PTs, help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of rehabilitation and treatment of patients with chronic conditions or injuries.
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Doris Okafor graduated from medical school in 2002.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1659512945
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, March 16, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, April 28, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She 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.
  • EHR - She 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.
  • MHI - She 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.
  • MOC - She 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. Doris Okafor

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Doris Okafor has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 22 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation


Practice Locations

1625 S State St
Belvidere, IL 61008-5907
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 doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, February 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, April 28, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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