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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Darkwa, Hospitalist in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Seaford, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Darkwa is fluent in English, Swahili, and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Darkwa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Darkwa’s office at (302) 744-7332.
What languages does Dr. Darkwa speak?
Dr. Darkwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
Twi
What conditions does Dr. Darkwa treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Darkwa 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. Darkwa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Darkwa perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Darkwa's office.
Does Dr. Darkwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Darkwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 744-7332 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Darkwa accept in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Darkwa in Seaford, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Crestpoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Delaware
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Darkwa's office located?
Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa's Primary Practice
801 Middleford Rd
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 744-7332
What is Dr. Darkwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Darkwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770607376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Darkwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Darkwa
What is Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa's specialty?
Dr. Darkwa is a Hospitalist near Seaford, DE. 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. Contact Dr. Darkwa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Darkwa is affiliated with TidalHealth Nanticoke, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Nana Yaw Darkwa accepting new patients in Seaford, DE?
Yes, Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Darkwa's office at (302) 744-7332 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nana Yaw Darkwa?
Please contact Dr. Darkwa's office at (302) 744-7332 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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