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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akesode, Hospitalist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akesode is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akesode’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akesode’s office at (478) 633-7550.
Where did Dr. Akesode go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile-Ife, Nigeria (Formerly University Of Ife, Ile-Ife, Nigeria)
Is Dr. Akesode board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akesode speak?
Dr. Akesode and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akesode typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Akesode 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. Akesode. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akesode typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode may include:
Please contact Dr. Akesode's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akesode accept my insurance?
Dr. Akesode accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 633-7550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akesode accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Akesode in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akesode's office located?
Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode's Primary Practice
35 Collier Rd NW Ste 635
Atlanta, GA 30309
(478) 633-7550
What is Dr. Akesode's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akesode's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376799338.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akesode?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akesode
What is Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode's specialty?
Dr. Akesode is a Hospitalist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Abdul-Faisal Akesode affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akesode is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare 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 Abdul-Faisal Akesode accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akesode's office at (478) 633-7550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abdul-Faisal Akesode?
Please contact Dr. Akesode's office at (478) 633-7550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode have?
Dr. Abdul-Faisal Akesode is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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