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Dr. Akua Boah, MD

Rheumatologist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boah, Rheumatologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Akua Boah, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Boah graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Boah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boah’s office at (718) 282-9690.

    Where did Dr. Boah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Boah board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Akua Boah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Boah speak?

    Dr. Boah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Boah typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Boah 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. Boah. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Boah typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akua Boah may include:

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

    Does Dr. Boah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 282-9690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boah accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Boah in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Boah's office located?

    Dr. Akua Boah's Primary Practice

    145 E 18th St Ste 2

    Brooklyn, NY 11226

    (718) 282-9690

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    What is Dr. Boah's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Boah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093910432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boah

    What is Dr. Akua Boah's specialty?

    Dr. Boah is a Rheumatologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Akua Boah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boah is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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. Akua Boah accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Akua Boah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akua Boah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boah's office at (718) 282-9690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akua Boah?

    Please contact Dr. Boah's office at (718) 282-9690 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Boah's office located?

    Dr. Boah's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akua Boah have?

    Dr. Akua Boah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.