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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. Dr. Elangwe is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elangwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elangwe typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elangwe typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elangwe performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Philip Elangwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elangwe is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Northwest Medical Center-Springdale, Uams 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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