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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akaranta, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ozioma Akaranta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Akaranta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akaranta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akaranta’s office at (615) 396-4694.
What languages does Dr. Akaranta speak?
Dr. Akaranta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akaranta treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Akaranta 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. Akaranta. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Akaranta perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ozioma Akaranta may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akaranta's office.
Does Dr. Akaranta accept my insurance?
Dr. Akaranta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 396-4694 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akaranta accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Akaranta in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CareCentrix
Centene
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akaranta's office located?
Dr. Ozioma Akaranta's Primary Practice
1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
Atlanta, GA 30342
(615) 396-4694
What is Dr. Akaranta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akaranta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295132595.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akaranta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akaranta
What is Dr. Ozioma Akaranta's specialty?
Dr. Akaranta is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Akaranta to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ozioma Akaranta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akaranta is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital 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
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Is Ozioma Akaranta accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ozioma Akaranta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ozioma Akaranta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akaranta's office at (615) 396-4694 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ozioma Akaranta?
Please contact Dr. Akaranta's office at (615) 396-4694 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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