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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Owusu, Internist in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Solomon Owusu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Owusu graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Owusu is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Spanish, and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Owusu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Owusu’s office at (201) 432-5300.
Where did Dr. Owusu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry | University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Owusu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Solomon Owusu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Owusu speak?
Dr. Owusu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Spanish
Twi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Owusu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Owusu 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. Owusu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Owusu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Solomon Owusu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Owusu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Owusu accept my insurance?
Dr. Owusu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 432-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Owusu accept in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Owusu in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Continental Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Owusu's office located?
What is Dr. Owusu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Owusu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487723243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Owusu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Owusu
What is Dr. Solomon Owusu's specialty?
Dr. Owusu is a Internist near Jersey City, NJ.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Solomon Owusu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Owusu is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, Jersey City Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Clara Maass Medical Center 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
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Is Solomon Owusu accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Solomon Owusu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Solomon Owusu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Owusu's office at (201) 432-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Solomon Owusu?
Please contact Dr. Owusu's office at (201) 432-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Solomon Owusu have?
Dr. Solomon Owusu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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