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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sam, Internist in Manchester, CT?
Dr. Akua Sam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Manchester, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Sam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sam’s office at (203) 756-8021.
Where did Dr. Sam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Sam speak?
Dr. Sam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sam 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. Sam. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Sam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akua Sam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sam's office.
Does Dr. Sam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 756-8021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sam accept in Manchester, CT?
Dr. Sam in Manchester, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
StableView Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sam's office located?
What is Dr. Sam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568454635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sam
What is Dr. Akua Sam's specialty?
Dr. Sam is a Internist near Manchester, CT.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Akua Sam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sam is affiliated with Waterbury Hospital, Griffin Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Akua Sam accepting new patients in Manchester, CT?
Yes, Dr. Akua Sam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akua Sam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (203) 756-8021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akua Sam?
Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (203) 756-8021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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