Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asakoma, Family Medicine Specialist in Rensselaer, NY?
Dr. Vivian Asakoma, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rensselaer, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Asakoma graduated from New York Medical College and completed her residency at Glen Cove Hospital. Dr. Asakoma is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asakoma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asakoma’s office at (518) 434-2526.
Where did Dr. Asakoma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Glen Cove Hospital | State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Asakoma speak?
Dr. Asakoma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does Dr. Asakoma treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asakoma 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. Asakoma. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Asakoma perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivian Asakoma may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asakoma's office.
Does Dr. Asakoma accept my insurance?
Dr. Asakoma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 434-2526 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asakoma accept in Rensselaer, NY?
Dr. Asakoma in Rensselaer, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
California Foundation for Medical Care
CDPHP
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asakoma's office located?
What is Dr. Asakoma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asakoma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366975443.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asakoma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asakoma
What is Dr. Vivian Asakoma's specialty?
Dr. Asakoma is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rensselaer, NY. 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. Asakoma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivian Asakoma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asakoma is affiliated with St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Vivian Asakoma accepting new patients in Rensselaer, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Asakoma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivian Asakoma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asakoma's office at (518) 434-2526 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivian Asakoma?
Please contact Dr. Asakoma's office at (518) 434-2526 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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