36 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Akinyooye, Pediatrician in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Akinyooye graduated from Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Woodhull Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Akinyooye is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akinyooye’s office at (718) 206-2261.
Where did Dr. Akinyooye go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Woodhull Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics | Woodhull Hosp | Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ife- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ife- Nigeria | University of Ife / Faculty of Health Sciences | Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Akinyooye board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Akinyooye speak?
Dr. Akinyooye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akinyooye typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akinyooye 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. Akinyooye. 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
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Well-Child Check-up
- Children's Health
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Child health supervision
- Infant care visit
- Routine pediatric exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z762: Encounter for health supervision and care of other healthy infant and child
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akinyooye typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye 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
Please contact Dr. Akinyooye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akinyooye accept my insurance?
Dr. Akinyooye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 206-2261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akinyooye accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Akinyooye in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akinyooye's office located?
Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye's Primary Practice
11410 Merrick Blvd
Jamaica, NY 11434
(718) 206-2261
What is Dr. Akinyooye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akinyooye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174574461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akinyooye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akinyooye
What is Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye's specialty?
Dr. Akinyooye is a Pediatrician near Jamaica, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akinyooye is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Adedokun Akinyooye accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akinyooye's office at (718) 206-2261 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adedokun Akinyooye?
Please contact Dr. Akinyooye's office at (718) 206-2261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye have?
Dr. Adedokun Akinyooye is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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