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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akoma, Anesthesiologist in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Elizabeth Akoma, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Northampton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akoma completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center. Dr. Akoma is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akoma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akoma’s office at (978) 683-4000.
Where did Dr. Akoma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center
What languages does Dr. Akoma speak?
Dr. Akoma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Akoma typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Akoma 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. Akoma. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Akoma typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Akoma may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Akoma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akoma accept my insurance?
Dr. Akoma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 683-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akoma accept in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Akoma in Northampton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akoma's office located?
What is Dr. Akoma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akoma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902049406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akoma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akoma
What is Dr. Elizabeth Akoma's specialty?
Dr. Akoma is a Anesthesiologist near Northampton, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Akoma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akoma is affiliated with Umass Memorial Milford 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Akoma accepting new patients in Northampton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Akoma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Akoma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akoma's office at (978) 683-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Akoma?
Please contact Dr. Akoma's office at (978) 683-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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