Chinelo C. Okigbo

Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo

Endocrinology
Sanford Southpointe Clinic
2400 32nd Ave. S., 
Fargo, ND 
Accepting New Patients
Referral required
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Sanford Southpointe Clinic
2400 32nd Ave. S., 
Fargo, ND 

Overview

Speaks: English, Igbo.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Storm, and Prolactinoma.

Dr. Okigbo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Endocrinology, Diabetes And MetabolismAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Okigbo is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Endocrinology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine: Endocrinology, Diabetes And MetabolismAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine

Fellowships

UNC School of Medicine, Endocrinology & Metabolism

Hospital Affiliations

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Igbo

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthKeepers
  • POS
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
Sentara Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Trillium
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Sanford Southpointe Clinic
2400 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, ND 58103

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Okigbo has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Hypoparathyroidism
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
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2400 32nd Ave. S., 
Fargo, ND 
 (0.1 miles away)
701-234-2000
Languages Spoken:
English, Thai
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo by calling their office at 701-234-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo a top-rated expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo specialize in?

While Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Thyroid Storm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.

Does Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo accept my insurance?

Dr. Chinelo C. Okigbo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 701-234-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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