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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akinsanya, Internist in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Olajide Akinsanya, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akinsanya graduated from University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akinsanya is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akinsanya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akinsanya’s office at (256) 543-3072.
Where did Dr. Akinsanya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Of Benin, College of Medicine | University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences | University of Lagos / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Akinsanya board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Olajide Akinsanya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akinsanya speak?
Dr. Akinsanya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does Dr. Akinsanya treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Akinsanya 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. Akinsanya. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Joint Disease
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Condition
- Joint Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M129: Arthropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Akinsanya perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Olajide Akinsanya 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. Akinsanya's office.
Does Dr. Akinsanya accept my insurance?
Dr. Akinsanya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 543-3072 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akinsanya accept in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Akinsanya in Gadsden, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akinsanya's office located?
What is Dr. Akinsanya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akinsanya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477695088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akinsanya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akinsanya
What is Dr. Olajide Akinsanya's specialty?
Dr. Akinsanya is a Internist near Gadsden, AL.
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. Akinsanya to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Olajide Akinsanya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akinsanya is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Olajide Akinsanya accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?
Yes, Dr. Olajide Akinsanya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Olajide Akinsanya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akinsanya's office at (256) 543-3072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Olajide Akinsanya?
Please contact Dr. Akinsanya's office at (256) 543-3072 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Olajide Akinsanya have?
Dr. Olajide Akinsanya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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