32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ajao, Internist in Gastonia, NC?
Where did Dr. Ajao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Muhlenberg Hospital, Internal Medicine, NJ, USA
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Internal Medicine | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ilorin- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ilorin- Kwara- Nigeria | University of Kor | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | University of Ilorin College of Health Sciences | University of Ioannina Medical School
Is Dr. Ajao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Olufolarin Ajao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005
What languages does Dr. Ajao speak?
Dr. Ajao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ajao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ajao 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. Ajao. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ajao typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ajao 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. Ajao. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Ajao accept my insurance?
Dr. Ajao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 861-9030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ajao accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Ajao in Gastonia, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ajao's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ajao affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ajao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of North Carolina Medical Society
Member of American College of Physicians
Member of America Medical Association
Awards
Resident Award for Clinical Excellence, Columbia University, 1994
What is Dr. Ajao's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ajao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528059920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ajao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ajao
What is Dr. Olufolarin Ajao's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
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.