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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safo-Asante, Family Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Kwasi Safo-Asante, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. Dr. Safo-Asante is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safo-Asante’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safo-Asante’s office at (718) 571-9139.
What languages does Dr. Safo-Asante speak?
Dr. Safo-Asante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Safo-Asante typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Safo-Asante 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. Safo-Asante. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
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:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Safo-Asante typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwasi Safo-Asante may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Safo-Asante's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Safo-Asante accept my insurance?
Dr. Safo-Asante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 571-9139 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safo-Asante accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Safo-Asante in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Safo-Asante's office located?
What is Dr. Safo-Asante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safo-Asante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053844084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safo-Asante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safo-Asante
What is Dr. Kwasi Safo-Asante's specialty?
Dr. Safo-Asante is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.
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. Kwasi Safo-Asante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safo-Asante is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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 Kwasi Safo-Asante accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kwasi Safo-Asante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwasi Safo-Asante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safo-Asante's office at (718) 571-9139 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwasi Safo-Asante?
Please contact Dr. Safo-Asante's office at (718) 571-9139 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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