Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awujo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Akinwole Awujo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Jesup, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Awujo completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Awujo is fluent in English, Spanish, and Xhosa, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awujo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awujo’s office at (912) 427-6811.
Where did Dr. Awujo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria
Is Dr. Awujo board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Akinwole Awujo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Awujo speak?
Dr. Awujo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Xhosa
What conditions does Dr. Awujo treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Awujo 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. Awujo. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Which procedures does Dr. Awujo perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akinwole Awujo may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Awujo's office.
Does Dr. Awujo accept my insurance?
Dr. Awujo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 427-6811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awujo accept in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Awujo in Jesup, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Awujo's office located?
What is Dr. Awujo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awujo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780629519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awujo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awujo
What is Dr. Akinwole Awujo's specialty?
Dr. Awujo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Jesup, GA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Awujo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akinwole Awujo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awujo is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital - Jesup, Ga which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Akinwole Awujo accepting new patients in Jesup, GA?
Yes, Dr. Akinwole Awujo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akinwole Awujo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awujo's office at (912) 427-6811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akinwole Awujo?
Please contact Dr. Awujo's office at (912) 427-6811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akinwole Awujo have?
Dr. Akinwole Awujo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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