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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayiku, Hospitalist in Rutherfordton, NC?
Dr. Bernard Ayiku, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rutherfordton, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ayiku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayiku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayiku’s office.
Is Dr. Ayiku board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Ayiku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ayiku speak?
Dr. Ayiku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ayiku typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ayiku 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. Ayiku. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ayiku typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Bernard Ayiku may include:
Please contact Dr. Ayiku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ayiku accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayiku 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. Ayiku accept in Rutherfordton, NC?
Dr. Ayiku in Rutherfordton, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
6 Degrees Health
All Other Third Party
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ayiku's office located?
What is Dr. Ayiku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayiku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740509629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayiku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayiku
What is Dr. Bernard Ayiku's specialty?
Dr. Ayiku is a Hospitalist near Rutherfordton, NC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Bernard Ayiku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayiku is affiliated with Alamance Regional Medical Center, Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bernard Ayiku accepting new patients in Rutherfordton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Ayiku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Ayiku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayiku's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Ayiku?
Please contact Dr. Ayiku's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bernard Ayiku have?
Dr. Bernard Ayiku is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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