Dr. Joseph Awotwi, MD
Oakdale, LA
46 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awotwi, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Oakdale, LA?
Dr. Joseph Awotwi, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Oakdale, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Awotwi completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center. Dr. Awotwi is fluent in English and Akan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awotwi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awotwi’s office at (318) 487-1477.
Where did Dr. Awotwi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Awotwi board certified as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Awotwi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Awotwi speak?
Dr. Awotwi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Akan
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Awotwi typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Awotwi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Awotwi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Awotwi accept my insurance?
Dr. Awotwi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 487-1477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awotwi accept in Oakdale, LA?
Dr. Awotwi in Oakdale, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Louisiana
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 1265545701.
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 Pediatric Pulmonologist near Oakdale, LA.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. Joseph Awotwi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awotwi is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical 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
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Is Joseph Awotwi accepting new patients in Oakdale, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Awotwi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Awotwi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awotwi's office at (318) 487-1477 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 at (318) 487-1477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Awotwi have?
Dr. Joseph Awotwi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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