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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akornor, Urologist in Coon Rapids, MN?
Dr. Joseph Akornor, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Coon Rapids, MN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Akornor completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Urology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Akornor is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akornor’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akornor’s office.
Where did Dr. Akornor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Urology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University Of Science and Tech, Sch Of Med, Kumasi, Ghana
Is Dr. Akornor board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Akornor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Akornor speak?
Dr. Akornor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Akornor treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Akornor 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. Akornor. 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:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Pus in Kidney
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Abscess
- Infected Hydronephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N136: Pyonephrosis
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Foreign Object in Urinary or Reproductive Tract
- Foreign Bodies
- Object in urogenital tract
- Genital foreign body
- Urinary foreign body
ICD-10 Codes:
- T199XXA: Foreign body in genitourinary tract, part unspecified, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Akornor perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Akornor may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akornor's office.
Does Dr. Akornor accept my insurance?
Dr. Akornor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akornor accept in Coon Rapids, MN?
Dr. Akornor in Coon Rapids, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medica
Medica Advantage
Medicaid
Medicare
Ucare
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Where is Dr. Akornor's office located?
Dr. Joseph Akornor's Primary Practice
11850 Blackfoot St NW Ste 470
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
What is Dr. Akornor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akornor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497731913.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akornor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akornor
What is Dr. Joseph Akornor's specialty?
Dr. Akornor is a Urologist near Coon Rapids, MN. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Akornor to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Akornor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akornor is affiliated with Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn 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
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Is Joseph Akornor accepting new patients in Coon Rapids, MN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Akornor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Akornor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akornor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Akornor?
Please contact Dr. Akornor's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Akornor have?
Dr. Joseph Akornor is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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