Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fordjour, Hospitalist in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Akua Fordjour, MD, PHD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fordjour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fordjour’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fordjour’s office at (214) 820-3000.
What languages does Dr. Fordjour speak?
Dr. Fordjour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Fordjour typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Fordjour 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. Fordjour. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Fordjour typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Akua Fordjour may include:
Please contact Dr. Fordjour's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fordjour accept my insurance?
Dr. Fordjour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fordjour accept in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Fordjour in Frisco, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Fordjour's office located?
Dr. Akua Fordjour's Primary Practice
12505 Lebanon Rd Ste 1442
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 820-3000
What is Dr. Fordjour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fordjour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285040626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fordjour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fordjour
What is Dr. Akua Fordjour's specialty?
Dr. Fordjour is a Hospitalist near Frisco, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Akua Fordjour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fordjour is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Chi Health Nebraska Heart Institute 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akua Fordjour accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akua Fordjour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akua Fordjour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fordjour's office at (214) 820-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akua Fordjour?
Please contact Dr. Fordjour's office at (214) 820-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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