NB
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Badika, Hospitalist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Ndofunsu Badika, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Badika graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Program. Dr. Badika is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Badika’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Badika’s office at (252) 633-8817.
Where did Dr. Badika go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Badika board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Ndofunsu Badika, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Badika speak?
Dr. Badika and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Badika typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Badika 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. Badika. 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Badika typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ndofunsu Badika may include:
Please contact Dr. Badika's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Badika accept my insurance?
Dr. Badika accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 633-8817 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Badika accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Badika in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Badika's office located?
Dr. Ndofunsu Badika's Primary Practice
428 Biltmore Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(252) 633-8817
What is Dr. Badika's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Badika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114915758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Badika?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Badika
What is Dr. Ndofunsu Badika's specialty?
Dr. Badika is a Hospitalist near Asheville, NC.
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 this Dr. Ndofunsu Badika affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Badika is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center, Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 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
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Is Ndofunsu Badika accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ndofunsu Badika is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ndofunsu Badika offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Badika's office at (252) 633-8817 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ndofunsu Badika?
Please contact Dr. Badika's office at (252) 633-8817 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ndofunsu Badika have?
Dr. Ndofunsu Badika is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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