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Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma, MD

Andalusia, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yongkuma, Internist in Andalusia, AL?

    Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Andalusia, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Yongkuma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yongkuma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yongkuma’s office at (334) 222-6041.

    Is Dr. Yongkuma board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yongkuma speak?

    Dr. Yongkuma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yongkuma typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Yongkuma 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. Yongkuma. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yongkuma typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Yongkuma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Yongkuma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yongkuma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 222-6041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yongkuma accept in Andalusia, AL?

    Dr. Yongkuma in Andalusia, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yongkuma's office located?

    Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma's Primary Practice

    1212 E Three Notch St

    Andalusia, AL 36420

    (334) 222-6041

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    What is Dr. Yongkuma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yongkuma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417148081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yongkuma?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yongkuma

    What is Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma's specialty?

    Dr. Yongkuma is a Internist near Andalusia, AL.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yongkuma is affiliated with Andalusia Health, Piedmont Eastside 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Yongkuma Yongkuma accepting new patients in Andalusia, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yongkuma's office at (334) 222-6041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yongkuma Yongkuma?

    Please contact Dr. Yongkuma's office at (334) 222-6041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma have?

    Dr. Yongkuma Yongkuma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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