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Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei, MD

Shreveport, LA

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    Who is Dr. Asafo-Agyei, Family Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Asafo-Agyei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asafo-Agyei’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asafo-Agyei’s office at (318) 681-4500.

    What languages does Dr. Asafo-Agyei speak?

    Dr. Asafo-Agyei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Asafo-Agyei treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asafo-Agyei 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. Asafo-Agyei. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Asafo-Agyei perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asafo-Agyei's office.

    Does Dr. Asafo-Agyei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asafo-Agyei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 681-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Asafo-Agyei accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Asafo-Agyei in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Asafo-Agyei's office located?

    Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei's Primary Practice

    1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop

    Shreveport, LA 71105

    (318) 681-4500

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    Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei's Practice 2

    4200 Nelson Rd

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

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    Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei's Practice 3

    827 Linden Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    What is Dr. Asafo-Agyei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Asafo-Agyei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073998092.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asafo-Agyei?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asafo-Agyei

    What is Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei's specialty?

    Dr. Asafo-Agyei is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Asafo-Agyei to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Asafo-Agyei 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

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    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Kwabena Asafo-Agyei accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kwabena Asafo-Agyei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Asafo-Agyei's office at (318) 681-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kwabena Asafo-Agyei?

    Please contact Dr. Asafo-Agyei's office at (318) 681-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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