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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ampadu, Internist in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Franklin Ampadu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ampadu graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ampadu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ampadu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ampadu’s office at (302) 999-8169.
Where did Dr. Ampadu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry | University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Ampadu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Ampadu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ampadu speak?
Dr. Ampadu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ampadu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ampadu 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. Ampadu. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
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:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ampadu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Franklin Ampadu 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ampadu's office.
Does Dr. Ampadu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ampadu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 999-8169 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ampadu accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Ampadu in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ampadu's office located?
Dr. Franklin Ampadu's Primary Practice
2055 Limestone Rd Ste 111
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 999-8169
What is Dr. Ampadu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ampadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245236843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ampadu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ampadu
What is Dr. Franklin Ampadu's specialty?
Dr. Ampadu is a Internist near Wilmington, DE.
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.
Contact Dr. Ampadu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Franklin Ampadu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ampadu is affiliated with Wilmington 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
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Is Franklin Ampadu accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Ampadu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Franklin Ampadu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ampadu's office at (302) 999-8169 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Franklin Ampadu?
Please contact Dr. Ampadu's office at (302) 999-8169 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Franklin Ampadu have?
Dr. Franklin Ampadu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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