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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akough-Weir, Internist in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Akough-Weir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akough-Weir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akough-Weir’s office at (413) 794-1767.
Is Dr. Akough-Weir board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akough-Weir speak?
Dr. Akough-Weir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akough-Weir typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akough-Weir 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. Akough-Weir. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akough-Weir typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir 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. Akough-Weir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akough-Weir accept my insurance?
Dr. Akough-Weir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-1767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akough-Weir accept in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Akough-Weir in Holyoke, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akough-Weir's office located?
Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir's Primary Practice
575 Beech St
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 794-1767
What is Dr. Akough-Weir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akough-Weir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306154109.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akough-Weir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akough-Weir
What is Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir's specialty?
Dr. Akough-Weir is a Internist near Holyoke, MA.
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. Alueshima Akough-Weir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akough-Weir is affiliated with Boston 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alueshima Akough-Weir accepting new patients in Holyoke, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akough-Weir's office at (413) 794-1767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alueshima Akough-Weir?
Please contact Dr. Akough-Weir's office at (413) 794-1767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir have?
Dr. Alueshima Akough-Weir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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