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Who is Dr. Ntem-Mensah, Infectious Disease Specialist in Norfolk, NE?
Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, NE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ntem-Mensah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ntem-Mensah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ntem-Mensah’s office at (410) 225-8790.
Where did Dr. Ntem-Mensah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Ntem-Mensah speak?
Dr. Ntem-Mensah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ntem-Mensah typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ntem-Mensah 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. Ntem-Mensah. 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 here.
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ntem-Mensah typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ntem-Mensah 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. Ntem-Mensah. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Ntem-Mensah accept my insurance?
Dr. Ntem-Mensah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 225-8790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ntem-Mensah accept in Norfolk, NE?
Dr. Ntem-Mensah in Norfolk, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ntem-Mensah's office located?
Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah's Primary Practice
301 N 27th St Ste 11
Norfolk, NE 68701
(410) 225-8790
What is Dr. Ntem-Mensah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ntem-Mensah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588079586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ntem-Mensah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ntem-Mensah
What is Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah's specialty?
Dr. Ntem-Mensah is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Norfolk, NE.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ntem-Mensah is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Afua Ntem-Mensah accepting new patients in Norfolk, NE?
Yes, Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afua Ntem-Mensah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ntem-Mensah's office at (410) 225-8790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afua Ntem-Mensah?
Please contact Dr. Ntem-Mensah's office at (410) 225-8790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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