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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Opam, Internist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Osafradu Opam is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Opam is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opam’s office at (718) 206-7001.
Where did Dr. Opam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Opam speak?
Dr. Opam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does Dr. Opam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Opam 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. Opam. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Cluster Headache
- Vascular Headache
- Headache
- Suicide Headache', 'Horton's Syndrome
- Cephalalgia Periodica
- Blood Vessel Headache
- Pulsating Headache
- Throbbing Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44009: Cluster headache syndrome, unspecified, not intractable
- G441: Vascular headache, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8110: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Derangement
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Dysfunction
- Joint Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M249: Joint derangement, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Which procedures does Dr. Opam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Osafradu Opam 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. Opam's office.
Does Dr. Opam accept my insurance?
Dr. Opam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 206-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Opam accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Opam in Jamaica, 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
Centene
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Opam's office located?
Dr. Osafradu Opam's Primary Practice
8900 Van Wyck Expy Ste 2
Jamaica, NY 11418
(718) 206-7001
What is Dr. Opam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Opam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134289499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opam
What is Dr. Osafradu Opam's specialty?
Dr. Opam is a Internist near Jamaica, NY.
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. Opam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Osafradu Opam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Opam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. 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
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Is Osafradu Opam accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Osafradu Opam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Osafradu Opam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Opam's office at (718) 206-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Osafradu Opam?
Please contact Dr. Opam's office at (718) 206-7001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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