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Dr. Francis Ntimba, MD

Critical Care Internist

Bridgeton, MO

Accepting patients

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. 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 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 as a 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Ntimba typically 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. 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
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Ntimba typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Francis Ntimba's Practice 2

    1 Cityplace Dr Ste 570

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

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    What is Dr. Ntimba's NPI number?A 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.

    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. Francis Ntimba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ntimba is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, Anderson Hospital 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Francis Ntimba?

    Please contact Dr. Ntimba's office at (314) 317-0606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ntimba's office located?

    Dr. Ntimba's offices are located in Bridgeton, MO and Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Ntimba have?

    Dr. Francis Ntimba is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.