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Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei, MD

Clyde, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poku-Adusei, Internist in Clyde, NC?

    Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clyde, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Poku-Adusei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poku-Adusei’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poku-Adusei’s office at (203) 573-7031.

    What languages does Dr. Poku-Adusei speak?

    Dr. Poku-Adusei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Poku-Adusei treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Poku-Adusei 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. Poku-Adusei. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Poku-Adusei perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Poku-Adusei's office.

    Does Dr. Poku-Adusei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poku-Adusei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 573-7031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poku-Adusei accept in Clyde, NC?

    Dr. Poku-Adusei in Clyde, NC 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 North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Poku-Adusei's office located?

    Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei's Primary Practice

    262 Leroy George Dr

    Clyde, NC 28721

    (203) 573-7031

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    Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei's Practice 2

    160 Robbins St

    Waterbury, CT 06708

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    Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei's Practice 3

    1643 NW 136th Ave

    Sunrise, FL 33323

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

    Dr. Poku-Adusei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679206957.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poku-Adusei?

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

    What is Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei's specialty?

    Dr. Poku-Adusei is a Internist near Clyde, NC.

    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. Poku-Adusei to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poku-Adusei is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Josephine Poku-Adusei accepting new patients in Clyde, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josephine Poku-Adusei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poku-Adusei's office at (203) 573-7031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josephine Poku-Adusei?

    Please contact Dr. Poku-Adusei's office at (203) 573-7031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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