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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayuk-Takem, Critical Care Internist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ayuk-Takem is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayuk-Takem’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayuk-Takem’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ayuk-Takem speak?
Dr. Ayuk-Takem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ayuk-Takem treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ayuk-Takem 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. Ayuk-Takem. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic 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:
- 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:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Which procedures does Dr. Ayuk-Takem perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ayuk-Takem's office.
Does Dr. Ayuk-Takem accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayuk-Takem 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. Ayuk-Takem accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Ayuk-Takem in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ayuk-Takem's office located?
Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem's Primary Practice
1111 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 250
The Woodlands, TX 77380
What is Dr. Ayuk-Takem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayuk-Takem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710249826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayuk-Takem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayuk-Takem
What is Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem's specialty?
Dr. Ayuk-Takem is a Critical Care Internist near The Woodlands, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Ayuk-Takem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayuk-Takem is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Shirley Ayuk-Takem accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirley Ayuk-Takem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayuk-Takem's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirley Ayuk-Takem?
Please contact Dr. Ayuk-Takem's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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