30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ince, Rheumatologist in Saint Louis, MO?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ince?
Dr. Akgun Ince, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ince empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Ince is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ince go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Rheumatology | Saint Louis University | St. Louis University (SLU) Affiliated Hospitals | Instanbul University Faculty of Medicine | St Louis University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Istanbul University Istanbul Tip Fak Istanbul Turkey | Istanbul Universitesi
Is Dr. Ince board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Akgun Ince, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ince speak?
Dr. Ince and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Turkish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ince typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ince 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. Ince. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ince typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akgun Ince may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Ince's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ince accept my insurance?
Dr. Ince accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 567-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ince accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Ince in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ince's office located?
Dr. Akgun Ince's Primary Practice
522 N New Ballas Rd Ste 240
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 567-5100
What hospitals are Dr. Ince affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ince has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ince's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ince's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053372334.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ince?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ince