Summary

Dr. Oscar Okyere is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 15 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology School of Medical Sciences. Dr. Okyere is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Okyere practices at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, Mississippi, and maintains hospital affiliations with Howard University Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating patients with chest pain and chest wall pain, as well as managing serious infections like sepsis. He regularly performs diagnostic blood work including complete blood counts and chemistry panels, along with kidney function tests to monitor patient health during treatment.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 15 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science & Technology School Of Medical Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Med School: Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science & Technology School Of Medical Sciences Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Oscar Kwaku Okyere

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Deaconess Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nationwide
  • Optum Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • The Hartford
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Oscar Kwaku Okyere has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Oscar Kwaku Okyere has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Oscar Kwaku Okyere holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science & Technology School Of Medical Sciences in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Okyere's NPI number is 1164873071.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Oscar Okyere accepting new patients?
Dr. Oscar Okyere has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Oscar Okyere accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Oscar Okyere affiliated with?
Dr. Oscar Okyere is affiliated with Howard University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Oscar Okyere's office located?
Dr. Oscar Okyere's office is located at 1220 Jefferson St, Laurel, MS, 39440.
Does Dr. Oscar Okyere accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Oscar Okyere has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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