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Who is Dr. Elangwe, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Philip Elangwe, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Elangwe is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elangwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elangwe’s office at (479) 782-0244.
Is Dr. Elangwe board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Elangwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elangwe speak?
Dr. Elangwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Elangwe treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elangwe 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. Elangwe. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- 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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Elangwe perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Elangwe may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elangwe's office.
Does Dr. Elangwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Elangwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 782-0244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elangwe accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Elangwe in Fort Smith, AR 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 Arkansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elangwe's office located?
Dr. Philip Elangwe's Primary Practice
2420 Rogers Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 782-0244
What is Dr. Elangwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elangwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780776435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elangwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elangwe
What is Dr. Philip Elangwe's specialty?
Dr. Elangwe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Smith, AR. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Elangwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Elangwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elangwe is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Philip Elangwe accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Philip Elangwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Elangwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elangwe's office at (479) 782-0244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Elangwe?
Please contact Dr. Elangwe's office at (479) 782-0244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Elangwe have?
Dr. Philip Elangwe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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