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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Biritwum, Internist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Akua Biritwum, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. Dr. Biritwum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Biritwum’s office at (706) 475-7000.
What languages does Dr. Biritwum speak?
Dr. Biritwum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Biritwum typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Biritwum 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. Biritwum. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Biritwum typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Akua Biritwum 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
Please contact Dr. Biritwum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Biritwum accept my insurance?
Dr. Biritwum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 475-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Biritwum accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Biritwum in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Biritwum's office located?
What is Dr. Biritwum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Biritwum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750834917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Biritwum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Biritwum
What is Dr. Akua Biritwum's specialty?
Dr. Biritwum is a Internist near Athens, GA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Akua Biritwum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Biritwum is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Athens Regional which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akua Biritwum accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Akua Biritwum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akua Biritwum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Biritwum's office at (706) 475-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akua Biritwum?
Please contact Dr. Biritwum's office at (706) 475-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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