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Who is Dr. Hughes, Internist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Gwendolyn Hughes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Neurology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (330) 375-3588.
Where did Dr. Hughes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Neurology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hughes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gwendolyn Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?
Dr. Hughes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hughes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Long-Term Antibiotic Use
- Antibiotics
- Chronic antibiotic therapy
- Ongoing antibiotic treatment
- Extended antibiotic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z792: Long term (current) use of antibiotics
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hughes typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 375-3588 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Hughes in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Summa Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
Dr. Gwendolyn Hughes' Primary Practice
525 E Market St Ste 1N
Akron, OH 44304
(330) 375-3588
What is Dr. Hughes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730164187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hughes
What is Dr. Gwendolyn Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Hughes is a Internist near Akron, OH.
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.