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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boakye-Wenzel, Critical Care Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Boakye-Wenzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boakye-Wenzel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boakye-Wenzel’s office at (602) 406-4000.
What languages does Dr. Boakye-Wenzel speak?
Dr. Boakye-Wenzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Boakye-Wenzel typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Boakye-Wenzel 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-Wenzel. 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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Boakye-Wenzel typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Boakye-Wenzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Boakye-Wenzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boakye-Wenzel accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Boakye-Wenzel in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Territories
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's office located?
Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel's Primary Practice
500 W Thomas Rd Ste 500
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 406-4000
What is Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023407483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boakye-Wenzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boakye-Wenzel
What is Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel's specialty?
Dr. Boakye-Wenzel is a Critical Care Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boakye-Wenzel is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Chandler 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Boakye-Wenzel accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Boakye-Wenzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's office at (602) 406-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Boakye-Wenzel?
Please contact Dr. Boakye-Wenzel's office at (602) 406-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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