Vivian Nkeiruka Okonta, DO
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Vivian Nkeiruka Okonta is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in La Jolla, CA with over 5 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Vivian Nkeiruka Okonta, DO has practiced internal medicine for 5+ years, working in group practice. She completed training at Western Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Podiatric Med in 2021 and is early in her career. An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limi...
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2021
Western Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Podiatric Med
Board certified · Sep 22, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
5 years in practice
Established
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
Western Un of Hlth Sciences, Col of Podiatric Med (Class of 2021)
Mailing address
File # 57326, Los Angeles, CA 90074-0001
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190008
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vivian Nkeiruka Okonta for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to La Jolla required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vivian Nkeiruka Okonta
NPI records show Dr. Okonta as active with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 926-8273.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037-1300
Mailing Address
File # 57326, Los Angeles, CA 90074-0001
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