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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boakye, Family Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre Township, PA?
Dr. Kwaku Boakye, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Boakye is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boakye’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boakye’s office.
What languages does Dr. Boakye speak?
Dr. Boakye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boakye typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Boakye 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. Boakye. 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:
- 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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boakye typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwaku Boakye may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Boakye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Boakye accept my insurance?
Dr. Boakye 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. Boakye accept in Wilkes Barre Township, PA?
Dr. Boakye in Wilkes Barre Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Promedica Health Systems
Risant Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boakye's office located?
What is Dr. Boakye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boakye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851653984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boakye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boakye
What is Dr. Kwaku Boakye's specialty?
Dr. Boakye is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wilkes Barre Township, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Kwaku Boakye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boakye is affiliated with Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kwaku Boakye accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre Township, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kwaku Boakye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwaku Boakye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boakye's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwaku Boakye?
Please contact Dr. Boakye's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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