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Who is Dr. Akoto, Family Medicine Specialist in Halethorpe, MD?
Dr. Kwame Akoto, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Halethorpe, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Akoto is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akoto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akoto’s office at (301) 572-1000.
Is Dr. Akoto board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kwame Akoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akoto speak?
Dr. Akoto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akoto typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akoto 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. Akoto. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure 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
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akoto typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwame Akoto may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Akoto's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Akoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 572-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akoto accept in Halethorpe, MD?
Dr. Akoto in Halethorpe, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Akoto's office located?
Dr. Kwame Akoto's Primary Practice
1701 Twin Springs Rd
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(301) 572-1000
What is Dr. Akoto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861536237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akoto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akoto
What is Dr. Kwame Akoto's specialty?
Dr. Akoto is a Family Medicine Specialist near Halethorpe, MD.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Kwame Akoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akoto 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kwame Akoto accepting new patients in Halethorpe, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kwame Akoto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwame Akoto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akoto's office at (301) 572-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwame Akoto?
Please contact Dr. Akoto's office at (301) 572-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kwame Akoto have?
Dr. Kwame Akoto is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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