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Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh, MD

El Centro, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tetteh, Family Medicine Specialist in El Centro, CA?

    Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Centro, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tetteh is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tetteh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tetteh’s office at (619) 426-8222.

    Is Dr. Tetteh board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tetteh speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Tetteh treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tetteh 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. Tetteh. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Which procedures does Dr. Tetteh perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tetteh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tetteh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 426-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tetteh accept in El Centro, CA?

    Dr. Tetteh in El Centro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Premier

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Tetteh's office located?

    Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh's Primary Practice

    1415 Ross Ave

    El Centro, CA 92243

    (619) 426-8222

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    Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh's Practice 2

    340 Fourth Ave Ste 10

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

    (619) 426-8222

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    Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh's Practice 3

    502 Euclid Ave Ste 204

    National City, CA 91950

    (619) 434-7284

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

    Dr. Tetteh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528080041.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tetteh?

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

    What is Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh's specialty?

    Dr. Tetteh is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Centro, CA. 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. Tetteh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tetteh is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Nii Aryee Tetteh accepting new patients in El Centro, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tetteh's office at (619) 426-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nii Aryee Tetteh?

    Please contact Dr. Tetteh's office at (619) 426-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh have?

    Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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