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Dr. Afia Twumasi, MD
Saint Louis, MO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Twumasi, Hospitalist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Afia Twumasi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Twumasi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Twumasi’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Twumasi’s office at (314) 454-2076.
What languages does Dr. Twumasi speak?
Dr. Twumasi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Twumasi treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Twumasi 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. Twumasi. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Which procedures does Dr. Twumasi perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Afia Twumasi may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Twumasi's office.
Does Dr. Twumasi accept my insurance?
Dr. Twumasi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 454-2076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Twumasi accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Twumasi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
Cook Children's
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
Parkland Community Health Plan
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Twumasi's office located?
What is Dr. Twumasi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Twumasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346736147.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Twumasi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Twumasi
What is Dr. Afia Twumasi's specialty?
Dr. Twumasi is a Hospitalist near Saint Louis, MO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Twumasi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afia Twumasi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Twumasi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Medical Center Dallas. 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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Is Afia Twumasi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Afia Twumasi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afia Twumasi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Twumasi's office at (314) 454-2076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afia Twumasi?
Please contact Dr. Twumasi's office at (314) 454-2076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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