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Dr. Charles Ekinde, MD

Dr. Charles Ekinde, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ekinde, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Charles Ekinde, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ekinde graduated from Universita' Di Ferrara Italy and completed his residency at Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine, Arkansas Medical Society, American Medical, Dental, and Pharmaceutical Association, and American Academy of Cardiology. Dr. Ekinde is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekinde’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekinde’s office at (770) 867-3208.

    Where did Dr. Ekinde go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Flushing Hospital Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Di Ferrara, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia | Universita' Di Ferrara Italy

    Is Dr. Ekinde board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Ekinde, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ekinde speak?

    Dr. Ekinde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekinde typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ekinde 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. Ekinde. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekinde typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Ekinde may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ekinde's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ekinde accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ekinde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 867-3208 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ekinde accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Ekinde in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

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    Where is Dr. Ekinde's office located?

    Dr. Charles Ekinde's Primary Practice

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (770) 867-3208

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    West Kendall Baptist Hosp

    9555 SW 162nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33196

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Physicians

    Member

    American Society of Internal Medicine

    Member

    Arkansas Medical Society

    Member

    American Medical, Dental, and Pharmaceutical Association

    Member

    American Academy of Cardiology

    Member

    What is Dr. Ekinde's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ekinde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679567580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekinde?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekinde

    What is Dr. Charles Ekinde's specialty?

    Dr. Ekinde is a Hospitalist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Charles Ekinde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ekinde is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Hca Florida Kendall 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Charles Ekinde accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Ekinde is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Ekinde offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ekinde's office at (770) 867-3208 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Ekinde?

    Please contact Dr. Ekinde's office at (770) 867-3208 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ekinde's office located?

    Dr. Ekinde's office is located in Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Ekinde have?

    Dr. Charles Ekinde is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.