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Dr. Ozioma Akaranta, MD

Atlanta, GA

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 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akaranta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akaranta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Internist like Dr. Akaranta typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akaranta typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ozioma Akaranta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akaranta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Attn Provider Enrollment

    975 E 3rd St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

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    Dr. Ozioma Akaranta's Practice 3

    450 Northside Cherokee Blvd

    Canton, GA 30115

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    What is Dr. Akaranta's NPI number?A 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 an Internist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Ozioma Akaranta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akaranta is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Emory University 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Ozioma Akaranta?

    Please contact Dr. Akaranta's office at (615) 396-4694 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akaranta's office located?

    Dr. Akaranta's offices are located in Atlanta, GA, Chattanooga, TN, and Canton, GA.