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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekong, Internist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. John Ekong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ekong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekong’s office at (423) 495-2620.
What languages does Dr. Ekong speak?
Dr. Ekong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ekong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ekong 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. Ekong. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- 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 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
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ekong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Ekong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ekong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekong accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 495-2620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekong accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Ekong in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ekong's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ekong affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ekong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Cookeville Regional Medical Center,Cookeville, TN
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Cookeville Regional Medical Center,Cookeville, TN
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Emory Decatur Hospital,Decatur, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Emory Decatur Hospital,Decatur, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Baptist Health Richmond,Richmond, KYRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Baptist Health Richmond,Richmond, KY
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital,Owensboro, KY
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital,Owensboro, KY
What is Dr. Ekong's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831536036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekong
What is Dr. John Ekong's specialty?
Dr. Ekong is an Internist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. John Ekong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekong is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Baptist Health Richmond 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
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Is Dr. John Ekong accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. John Ekong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Ekong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekong's office at (423) 495-2620 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Ekong?
Please contact Dr. Ekong's office at (423) 495-2620 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ekong's office located?
Dr. Ekong's offices are located in Chattanooga, TN, Shelbyville, TN, and Cookeville, TN.
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