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Who is Dr. Bediako, Pediatrician in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Akua Bediako, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY. Dr. Bediako is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bediako’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bediako’s office at (718) 899-6600.
What languages does Dr. Bediako speak?
Dr. Bediako and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does Dr. Bediako treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bediako 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. Bediako. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Which procedures does Dr. Bediako perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Akua Bediako may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bediako's office.
Does Dr. Bediako accept my insurance?
Dr. Bediako accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 899-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bediako accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Bediako in Elmhurst, 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
ArcBest Corporation
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicaid
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Bediako's office located?
Dr. Akua Bediako's Primary Practice
8831 55th Ave # 201
Elmhurst, NY 11373
(718) 899-6600
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Akua Bediako?
Dr. Bediako has appointments available at her Elmhurst, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Bediako's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bediako's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104389519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bediako?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bediako
What is Dr. Akua Bediako's specialty?
Dr. Bediako is a Pediatrician near Elmhurst, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Bediako to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akua Bediako affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bediako is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?
Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Akua Bediako accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Akua Bediako is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akua Bediako offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bediako, or call (718) 899-6600 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Akua Bediako?
Please contact Dr. Bediako's office at (718) 899-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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