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Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe, MD

Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe, MD

Physiatrist

Kankakee, IL

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. 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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    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

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

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    Where is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office located?

    P520

    375 N Wall St Ste P520

    Kankakee, IL 60901

    (732) 321-7070

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe?

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office at (732) 321-7070 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office located?

    Dr. Gilbert-Baffoe's office is located in Kankakee, IL.