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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Osei-Akosa, Family Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Osei-Akosa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Osei-Akosa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Osei-Akosa’s office at (310) 601-2550.
What languages does Dr. Osei-Akosa speak?
Dr. Osei-Akosa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Osei-Akosa typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Osei-Akosa 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. Osei-Akosa. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- 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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Osei-Akosa typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Osei-Akosa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Osei-Akosa accept my insurance?
Dr. Osei-Akosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 601-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Osei-Akosa accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Osei-Akosa in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Osei-Akosa's office located?
Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 601-2550
What is Dr. Osei-Akosa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Osei-Akosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497311054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Osei-Akosa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Osei-Akosa
What is Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa's specialty?
Dr. Osei-Akosa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
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. Yvette Osei-Akosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Osei-Akosa is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Yvette Osei-Akosa accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yvette Osei-Akosa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Osei-Akosa's office at (310) 601-2550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yvette Osei-Akosa?
Please contact Dr. Osei-Akosa's office at (310) 601-2550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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