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Dr. Prudence Tutu, MD

Brooklyn, NY

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tutu, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Prudence Tutu, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Tutu graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program. Dr. Tutu is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tutu’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tutu’s office at (718) 826-1355.

    Where did Dr. Tutu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Tutu board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Prudence Tutu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tutu speak?

    Dr. Tutu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Twi

    What conditions does Dr. Tutu treat?

    As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tutu 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. Tutu. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45991: Cough variant asthma

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tutu perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Prudence Tutu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tutu's office.

    Does Dr. Tutu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tutu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 826-1355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tutu accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Tutu in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Health First Health Plans

    • Healthfirst

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tutu's office located?

    Dr. Prudence Tutu's Primary Practice

    84 Linden Blvd

    Brooklyn, NY 11226

    (718) 826-1355

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    What is Dr. Tutu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tutu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447308697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tutu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tutu

    What is Dr. Prudence Tutu's specialty?

    Dr. Tutu is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. Contact Dr. Tutu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Prudence Tutu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tutu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Adolescent Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Prudence Tutu accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Prudence Tutu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prudence Tutu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tutu's office at (718) 826-1355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prudence Tutu?

    Please contact Dr. Tutu's office at (718) 826-1355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Prudence Tutu have?

    Dr. Prudence Tutu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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