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Who is Dr. Wiredu, Hospitalist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Charles Wiredu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wiredu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiredu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiredu’s office at (573) 815-6245.
Where did Dr. Wiredu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Other
Is Dr. Wiredu board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Wiredu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wiredu speak?
Dr. Wiredu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wiredu treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wiredu 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. Wiredu. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- 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
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Drug-Induced Hyperglycemia
- Medication-Caused High Blood Glucose
- Chemical-Induced Diabetes with Hyperglycemic Episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0965: Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection of the Sacrum and Tailbone
- Bone Infection
- sacral osteomyelitis
- tailbone bone infection
- vertebral osteomyelitis sacral
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4628: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wiredu perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Wiredu may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wiredu's office.
Does Dr. Wiredu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiredu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 815-6245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiredu accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Wiredu in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wiredu's office located?
What is Dr. Wiredu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiredu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114117892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiredu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiredu
What is Dr. Charles Wiredu's specialty?
Dr. Wiredu is a Hospitalist near Columbia, MO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Wiredu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Wiredu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wiredu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pershing Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Charles Wiredu accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Charles Wiredu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Wiredu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiredu's office at (573) 815-6245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Wiredu?
Please contact Dr. Wiredu's office at (573) 815-6245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Wiredu have?
Dr. Charles Wiredu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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