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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akanno, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Jonathan Akanno, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akanno completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akanno is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akanno’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akanno’s office at (661) 215-7500.
Where did Dr. Akanno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ilorin- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ilorin- Kwara- Nigeria | University of Ilorin / Faculty of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Akanno speak?
Dr. Akanno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akanno typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akanno 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. Akanno. 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:
- Consultation for Another Person's Health
- Caregiver Consultation
- Family Health Advice
- Proxy Medical Consultation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z710: Person encountering health services to consult on behalf of another person
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akanno typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Akanno performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Akanno. 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:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Akanno accept my insurance?
Dr. Akanno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 215-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akanno accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Akanno in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akanno's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Akanno's Primary Practice
8303 Brimhall Rd # 1500
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 215-7500
What is Dr. Akanno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akanno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760680227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akanno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akanno
What is Dr. Jonathan Akanno's specialty?
Dr. Akanno is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.
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 this Dr. Jonathan Akanno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akanno is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
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Is Jonathan Akanno accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Akanno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Akanno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akanno's office at (661) 215-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Akanno?
Please contact Dr. Akanno's office at (661) 215-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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