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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akpassa, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Gerald Akpassa, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Akpassa is fluent in English, Slavic languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akpassa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akpassa’s office.
Where did Dr. Akpassa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Lagos
What languages does Dr. Akpassa speak?
Dr. Akpassa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Slavic languages
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akpassa typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akpassa 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. Akpassa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akpassa typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Akpassa 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. Akpassa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akpassa accept my insurance?
Dr. Akpassa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akpassa accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Akpassa in Texarkana, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akpassa's office located?
What is Dr. Akpassa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akpassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447296975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akpassa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akpassa
What is Dr. Gerald Akpassa's specialty?
Dr. Akpassa is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Texarkana, TX.
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. Gerald Akpassa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akpassa is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, White Rock 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gerald Akpassa accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Akpassa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Akpassa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akpassa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Akpassa?
Please contact Dr. Akpassa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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