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Dr. Joseph Taiwo, MD
Texarkana, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taiwo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Joseph Taiwo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Taiwo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taiwo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taiwo’s office.
Where did Dr. Taiwo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ilorin, Nigeria
Is Dr. Taiwo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Taiwo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taiwo speak?
Dr. Taiwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Taiwo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Taiwo diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Taiwo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Taiwo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Taiwo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Taiwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Taiwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Taiwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taiwo accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Taiwo in Texarkana, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Taiwo's office located?
What is Dr. Taiwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taiwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174796254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taiwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taiwo
What is Dr. Joseph Taiwo's specialty?
Dr. Taiwo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Texarkana, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joseph Taiwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taiwo is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Paris Regional Health, Medical City Denton Hospital, Medical City Decatur, Lake Granbury Medical Center, Uams Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Taiwo accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Taiwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Taiwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taiwo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Taiwo?
Please contact Dr. Taiwo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Taiwo have?
Dr. Joseph Taiwo is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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