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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Apenteng, Internist in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Yaw Apenteng, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Apenteng graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine. Dr. Apenteng is fluent in English, Persian, and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apenteng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apenteng’s office.
Where did Dr. Apenteng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Apenteng board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yaw Apenteng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Apenteng speak?
Dr. Apenteng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Twi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Apenteng typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Apenteng 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. Apenteng. 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Apenteng typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yaw Apenteng may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Apenteng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Apenteng accept my insurance?
Dr. Apenteng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Apenteng accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Apenteng in Poughkeepsie, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Apenteng's office located?
What is Dr. Apenteng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Apenteng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134155435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apenteng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Apenteng
What is Dr. Yaw Apenteng's specialty?
Dr. Apenteng is a Internist near Poughkeepsie, NY.
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. Yaw Apenteng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Apenteng is affiliated with Midhudson Regional Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yaw Apenteng accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yaw Apenteng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yaw Apenteng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Apenteng's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yaw Apenteng?
Please contact Dr. Apenteng's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yaw Apenteng have?
Dr. Yaw Apenteng is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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