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Who is Dr. Mensah, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ernest Mensah, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mensah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mensah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mensah’s office.
Where did Dr. Mensah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Mensah speak?
Dr. Mensah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mensah typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mensah typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernest Mensah may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mensah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mensah accept my insurance?
Dr. Mensah 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. Mensah accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mensah in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Mensah's office located?
What is Dr. Mensah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mensah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104855253.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mensah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mensah
What is Dr. Ernest Mensah's specialty?
Dr. Mensah is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ernest Mensah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mensah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Lake Monroe Hospital, Adventhealth Waterman. 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
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Is Ernest Mensah accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Mensah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Mensah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mensah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Mensah?
Please contact Dr. Mensah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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