Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe, Physiatrist in Kankakee, IL?
Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kankakee, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe’s office at (732) 321-7070.
What languages does Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe speak?
Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe 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. Gilbert-Baffoe. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury without Loss of Consciousness
- Concussion
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Brief Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Mild Head Injury
- Brain Trauma without Fainting
- Concussion (No LOC)
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
- Concussion with Brief LOC
- Mild TBI with Fainting
- Short-term Unconsciousness from Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S069X0D: Unspecified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
- S060X0D: Concussion without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
- S069X1D: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, subsequent encounter
- S069X0A: Unspecified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office.
Does Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 321-7070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe accept in Kankakee, IL?
Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe in Kankakee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
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Where is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office located?
Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe's Primary Practice
375 N Wall St Ste P520
Kankakee, IL 60901
(732) 321-7070
What is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275952913.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe
What is Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe's specialty?
Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe is a Physiatrist near Kankakee, IL. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe is affiliated with Riverside Medical Center - Kankakee, IL 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
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Is Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe accepting new patients in Kankakee, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office at (732) 321-7070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe?
Please contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office at (732) 321-7070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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