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Dr. Bimaje Akpa, MD

Saint Paul, MN

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    Who is Dr. Akpa, Pulmonologist in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Bimaje Akpa, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akpa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akpa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akpa’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Akpa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Akpa treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akpa 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. Akpa. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Shallow Breathing During Sleep from Other Condition
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Secondary sleep hypoventilation
    • Underlying condition causing shallow breathing in sleep
    • Sleep-disordered breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4736: Sleep related hypoventilation in conditions classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Long COVID
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Post-COVID Syndrome
    • Long-Haul COVID
    • Chronic COVID

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified

    Does Dr. Akpa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akpa 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. Akpa accept in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Akpa in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Akpa's office located?

    Dr. Bimaje Akpa's Primary Practice

    1700 University Ave W

    Saint Paul, MN 55104

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    Dr. Bimaje Akpa's Practice 2

    1151 Silver Lake Rd NW

    New Brighton, MN 55112

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    Dr. Bimaje Akpa's Practice 3

    14500 99th Ave N Ste 100

    Maple Grove, MN 55369

    (763) 898-1000

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

    Dr. Akpa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144583642.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akpa?

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

    What is Dr. Bimaje Akpa's specialty?

    Dr. Akpa is a Pulmonologist near Saint Paul, MN. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Akpa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bimaje Akpa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Akpa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank East Building. 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

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    Is Bimaje Akpa accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Bimaje Akpa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bimaje Akpa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akpa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bimaje Akpa?

    Please contact Dr. Akpa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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