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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awotwi, Hospitalist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Joseph Awotwi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Awotwi graduated from Charles University in Prague. Dr. Awotwi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awotwi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awotwi’s office.
Where did Dr. Awotwi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Charles University in Prague
What languages does Dr. Awotwi speak?
Dr. Awotwi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Awotwi typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Awotwi 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. Awotwi. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Awotwi typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Awotwi may include:
Please contact Dr. Awotwi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Awotwi accept my insurance?
Dr. Awotwi 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. Awotwi accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Awotwi in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Jai Medical Systems
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Awotwi's office located?
What is Dr. Awotwi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awotwi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871767251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awotwi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awotwi
What is Dr. Joseph Awotwi's specialty?
Dr. Awotwi is a Hospitalist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Joseph Awotwi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awotwi is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Awotwi accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Awotwi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Awotwi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awotwi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Awotwi?
Please contact Dr. Awotwi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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