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Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akpunonu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akpunonu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akpunonu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akpunonu’s office at (859) 323-5908.

    What languages does Dr. Akpunonu speak?

    Dr. Akpunonu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akpunonu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akpunonu 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. Akpunonu. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akpunonu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akpunonu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Akpunonu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akpunonu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-5908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akpunonu accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Akpunonu in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Akpunonu's office located?

    Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu's Primary Practice

    2400 Greatstone Pt

    Lexington, KY 40504

    (859) 323-5908

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    Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu's Practice 2

    310 S Limestone

    Lexington, KY 40508

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    Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu's Practice 3

    800 Rose St

    Lexington, KY 40536

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akpunonu affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Akpunonu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital,Lexington, KY
    Harrison Memorial Hospital,Cynthiana, KY
    Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center,Danville, KY

    What is Dr. Akpunonu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Akpunonu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528320652.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akpunonu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akpunonu

    What is Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu's specialty?

    Dr. Akpunonu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akpunonu is affiliated with Clark Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin, Hazard Arh Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akpunonu's office at (859) 323-5908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Damian Akpunonu?

    Please contact Dr. Akpunonu's office at (859) 323-5908 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akpunonu's office located?

    Dr. Akpunonu's office is located in Lexington, KY.