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Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye, MD

Pediatrician

Blytheville, AR

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Asafo-Boakye, Pediatrician in Blytheville, AR?

    Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Blytheville, AR. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Asafo-Boakye is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asafo-Boakye’s office at (870) 780-6832.

    Is Dr. Asafo-Boakye board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Asafo-Boakye speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • German

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Asafo-Boakye typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Asafo-Boakye 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-Boakye. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with 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:

    • Nicotine Addiction
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Asafo-Boakye typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye may include:

    Please contact Dr. Asafo-Boakye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Asafo-Boakye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asafo-Boakye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 780-6832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Asafo-Boakye accept in Blytheville, AR?

    Dr. Asafo-Boakye in Blytheville, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • State of Arkansas

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

    Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye's Primary Practice

    1521 N 10th St Ste F

    Blytheville, AR 72315

    (870) 780-6832

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

    Dr. Asafo-Boakye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013937549.

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

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye's specialty?

    Dr. Asafo-Boakye is a Pediatrician near Blytheville, AR.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Asafo-Boakye is affiliated with St. Bernards Medical Center, Great River Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye accepting new patients in Blytheville, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Asafo-Boakye's office at (870) 780-6832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye?

    Please contact Dr. Asafo-Boakye's office at (870) 780-6832 to schedule an appointment.

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

    Dr. Asafo-Boakye's office is located in Blytheville, AR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye have?

    Dr. Benjamin Asafo-Boakye is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.