43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Addy, Pediatrician in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Akuorkor Addy, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Addy graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Pediatrics. Dr. Addy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Addy’s office at (616) 243-9515.
Where did Dr. Addy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Pediatrics | Spectrum Health Butterworth Camp
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry | University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Addy board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Akuorkor Addy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Addy speak?
Dr. Addy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Addy typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Addy 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. Addy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Addy typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Addy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Addy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Addy accept my insurance?
Dr. Addy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 243-9515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Addy accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Addy in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Addy's office located?
Dr. Akuorkor Addy's Primary Practice
733 Alger St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 243-9515
What is Dr. Addy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Addy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356330864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Addy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Addy
What is Dr. Akuorkor Addy's specialty?
Dr. Addy is a Pediatrician near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Akuorkor Addy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Addy is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akuorkor Addy accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Akuorkor Addy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akuorkor Addy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Addy's office at (616) 243-9515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akuorkor Addy?
Please contact Dr. Addy's office at (616) 243-9515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akuorkor Addy have?
Dr. Akuorkor Addy is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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