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39 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Walks-Akintobi, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Walks-Akintobi graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Pediatrics. Dr. Walks-Akintobi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walks-Akintobi’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walks-Akintobi’s office at (973) 483-1300.
Where did Dr. Walks-Akintobi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Pediatrics | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Walks-Akintobi board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Walks-Akintobi speak?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Walks-Akintobi treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walks-Akintobi 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. Walks-Akintobi. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Underweight Child (BMI below 5th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
- Low BMI for child
- Child underweight
- Pediatric low weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
- Z6851: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, less than 5th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Sexual Health Counseling
- Sexual Health
- Sex Therapy
- Intimacy Counseling
- Relationship Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z708: Other sex counseling
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Walks-Akintobi perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office.
Does Dr. Walks-Akintobi accept my insurance?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 483-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walks-Akintobi accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi in Newark, NJ 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
MagnaCare Rx
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office located?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi's Primary Practice
741 Broadway
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 483-1300
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi's Practice 2
1150 Springfield Ave
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 399-6292
What is Dr. Walks-Akintobi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walks-Akintobi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063434447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walks-Akintobi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walks-Akintobi
What is Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi's specialty?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ. Contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Walks-Akintobi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Pauline Walks-Akintobi accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office at (973) 483-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pauline Walks-Akintobi?
Please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office at (973) 483-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi have?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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