Dr. Ebenezer Bediako, MD
Lafayette, LA
19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bediako, Pediatrician in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Ebenezer Bediako, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Bediako is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bediako’s office at (337) 470-5500.
Where did Dr. Bediako go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Is Dr. Bediako board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Ebenezer Bediako, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bediako speak?
Dr. Bediako and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bediako typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bediako 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. Bediako. 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 here.
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
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:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bediako typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ebenezer Bediako may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Bediako's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bediako accept my insurance?
Dr. Bediako accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 470-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bediako accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Bediako in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bediako's office located?
Dr. Ebenezer Bediako's Primary Practice
1214 Coolidge Blvd
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 470-5500
What is Dr. Bediako's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bediako's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073731493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bediako?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bediako
What is Dr. Ebenezer Bediako's specialty?
Dr. Bediako is a Pediatrician near Lafayette, LA.
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 this Dr. Ebenezer Bediako affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bediako is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 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 Ebenezer Bediako accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ebenezer Bediako is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ebenezer Bediako offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bediako's office at (337) 470-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ebenezer Bediako?
Please contact Dr. Bediako's office at (337) 470-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ebenezer Bediako have?
Dr. Ebenezer Bediako is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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