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Dr. Stephen Adjei, MD

Dr. Stephen Adjei, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Adjei, Critical Care Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Stephen Adjei, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Adjei graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Griffin Hospital. Dr. Adjei is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adjei’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adjei’s office at (225) 761-5200.

    Where did Dr. Adjei go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Griffin Hospital | University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Adjei board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Adjei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Adjei speak?

    Dr. Adjei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Adjei treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Adjei 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. Adjei. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified
    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain bleed
    • ICH
    • Bleeding in the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Breathing Problems After Surgery
    • Respiratory issues after operation
    • Lung problems post-procedure
    • Postoperative breathing disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9589: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Adjei perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Adjei may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Adjei's office.

    Does Dr. Adjei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adjei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 761-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adjei accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Adjei in Baton Rouge, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Adjei's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Adjei's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 409

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 761-5200

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    Dr. Stephen Adjei's Practice 2

    5228 Dijon Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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    Dr. Stephen Adjei's Practice 3

    2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 215

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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

    Dr. Adjei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871518530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adjei?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Adjei's specialty?

    Dr. Adjei is a Critical Care Internist near Baton Rouge, LA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Adjei to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Adjei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Adjei is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of The Lake Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care 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 Stephen Adjei accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Adjei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Adjei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adjei's office at (225) 761-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Adjei?

    Please contact Dr. Adjei's office at (225) 761-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Adjei have?

    Dr. Stephen Adjei is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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