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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ntimba, Critical Care Internist in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Francis Ntimba, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Bridgeton, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ntimba graduated from Umanand Prasad School of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program. Dr. Ntimba is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ntimba’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ntimba’s office at (314) 317-0606.
Where did Dr. Ntimba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Umanand Prasad School of Medicine | Makerere University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ntimba board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Ntimba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ntimba speak?
Dr. Ntimba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ntimba treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ntimba 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. Ntimba. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ntimba perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ntimba 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. Ntimba. 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.
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:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Ntimba accept my insurance?
Dr. Ntimba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 317-0606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ntimba accept in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Ntimba in Bridgeton, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Easy Choice Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Missouri
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ntimba's office located?
Dr. Francis Ntimba's Primary Practice
12303 De Paul Dr
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 317-0606
What is Dr. Ntimba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ntimba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922071729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ntimba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ntimba
What is Dr. Francis Ntimba's specialty?
Dr. Ntimba is a Critical Care Internist near Bridgeton, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Ntimba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Ntimba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ntimba is affiliated with SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, AdventHealth Gordon, Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Francis Ntimba accepting new patients in Bridgeton, MO?
Yes, Dr. Francis Ntimba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Ntimba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ntimba's office at (314) 317-0606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Ntimba?
Please contact Dr. Ntimba's office at (314) 317-0606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Ntimba have?
Dr. Francis Ntimba is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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