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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gekonde, Hospitalist in Kettering, OH?
Dr. Damynus Gekonde, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kettering, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gekonde is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gekonde’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gekonde’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gekonde speak?
Dr. Gekonde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Gekonde typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gekonde 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. Gekonde. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Gekonde typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Damynus Gekonde may include:
Please contact Dr. Gekonde's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gekonde accept my insurance?
Dr. Gekonde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gekonde accept in Kettering, OH?
Dr. Gekonde in Kettering, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gekonde's office located?
What is Dr. Gekonde's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gekonde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134653645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gekonde?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gekonde
What is Dr. Damynus Gekonde's specialty?
Dr. Gekonde is a Hospitalist near Kettering, OH.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Damynus Gekonde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gekonde is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Hamilton, Mercy Health - Springfield Regional Medical Center, Uc 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Damynus Gekonde accepting new patients in Kettering, OH?
Yes, Dr. Damynus Gekonde is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damynus Gekonde offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gekonde's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Damynus Gekonde?
Please contact Dr. Gekonde's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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