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Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist, Pulmonologist

New York, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acquah, Critical Care Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Acquah graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Acquah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acquah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acquah’s office at (212) 420-2377.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Acquah?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Acquah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bronchoscopy, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Cough-Chronic, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Pleural Disease, Sarcoidosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Acquah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) Program

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College

    Is Dr. Acquah board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Acquah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Acquah typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Acquah 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. Acquah. 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
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism with Heart Strain
    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Lung Blood Clot with Cor Pulmonale
    • Acute PE with Heart Strain
    • Heart Failure from Lung Clot
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2609: Other pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale
    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Acquah typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Acquah 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. Acquah. 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:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Aspiration
    • Lung Secretion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Vein Access for Dialysis
    • Vein-to-Vein Cannula Insertion
    • Dialysis Catheter Placement (Vein)
    • Vascular Access for Hemodialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36800: Insertion of cannula for hemodialysis, other purpose (separate procedure); vein to vein

    Does Dr. Acquah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acquah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 420-2377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acquah accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Acquah in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Acquah's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah's Primary Practice

    10 Union Sq E

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 420-2377

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

    Dr. Acquah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700876943.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acquah?

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

    What is Dr. Samuel Acquah's specialty?

    Dr. Acquah is a Critical Care Internist near New York, NY.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Samuel Acquah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acquah is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 Dr. Samuel Acquah accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Acquah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Acquah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acquah's office at (212) 420-2377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samuel Acquah?

    Please contact Dr. Acquah's office at (212) 420-2377 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Acquah's office located?

    Dr. Acquah's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Acquah have?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.