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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akinwande, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY. Dr. Akinwande is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akinwande’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akinwande’s office at (718) 883-3000.
What languages does Dr. Akinwande speak?
Dr. Akinwande and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akinwande typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akinwande 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. Akinwande. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akinwande typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande 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. Akinwande's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akinwande accept my insurance?
Dr. Akinwande accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 883-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akinwande accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Akinwande in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akinwande's office located?
Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande's Primary Practice
8268 164th St
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 883-3000
What is Dr. Akinwande's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akinwande's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033428263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akinwande?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akinwande
What is Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande's specialty?
Dr. Akinwande is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Jamaica, NY.
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. Olugbenga Akinwande affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akinwande is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Tx, Oakbend 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
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Is Olugbenga Akinwande accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Olugbenga Akinwande offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akinwande's office at (718) 883-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Olugbenga Akinwande?
Please contact Dr. Akinwande's office at (718) 883-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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