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Who is Dr. Lesuma, Internist in Pago Pago, UM?
Dr. Akosita Lesuma is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pago Pago, UM. She is board certified. Dr. Lesuma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lesuma’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lesuma’s office at (684) 633-1222.
What languages does Dr. Lesuma speak?
Dr. Lesuma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lesuma treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lesuma 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. Lesuma. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N186: End stage renal disease
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
- Cardiac Arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I219: Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lesuma perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akosita Lesuma 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. Lesuma's office.
Does Dr. Lesuma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lesuma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (684) 633-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lesuma accept in Pago Pago, UM?
Dr. Lesuma in Pago Pago, UM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lesuma's office located?
What is Dr. Lesuma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lesuma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467845248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesuma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesuma
What is Dr. Akosita Lesuma's specialty?
Dr. Lesuma is a Internist near Pago Pago, UM.
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. Lesuma to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Akosita Lesuma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lesuma 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 Internist?
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Is Akosita Lesuma accepting new patients in Pago Pago, UM?
Yes, Dr. Akosita Lesuma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akosita Lesuma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lesuma's office at (684) 633-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akosita Lesuma?
Please contact Dr. Lesuma's office at (684) 633-1222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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