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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Frimpong-Badu, Hospitalist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Frimpong-Badu graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program. Dr. Frimpong-Badu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frimpong-Badu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frimpong-Badu’s office at (936) 270-2099.
Where did Dr. Frimpong-Badu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Frimpong-Badu speak?
Dr. Frimpong-Badu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Frimpong-Badu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Frimpong-Badu 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. Frimpong-Badu. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Frimpong-Badu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu may include:
Please contact Dr. Frimpong-Badu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Frimpong-Badu accept my insurance?
Dr. Frimpong-Badu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 270-2099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frimpong-Badu accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Frimpong-Badu in Sugar Land, TX 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
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Frimpong-Badu's office located?
Methodist Diag Card Of Houston
16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 400
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(936) 270-2099
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Frimpong-Badu has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Frimpong-Badu, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Frimpong-Badu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frimpong-Badu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821005539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frimpong-Badu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frimpong-Badu
What is Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu's specialty?
Dr. Frimpong-Badu is a Hospitalist near Sugar Land, TX.
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. Yaw Frimpong-Badu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frimpong-Badu is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital 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 Yaw Frimpong-Badu accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frimpong-Badu's office at (936) 270-2099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yaw Frimpong-Badu?
Please contact Dr. Frimpong-Badu's office at (936) 270-2099 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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