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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abakporo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Theophine Abakporo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abakporo completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Nephrology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abakporo is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abakporo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abakporo’s office at (718) 388-5889.
Where did Dr. Abakporo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Nephrology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Jos, Fac of Med Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
Is Dr. Abakporo board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Theophine Abakporo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abakporo speak?
Dr. Abakporo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does Dr. Abakporo treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abakporo 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. Abakporo. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pain
- Chest Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychosis
- Mental break
- Delusional disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F28: Other psychotic disorder not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Alcohol Intoxication
- Alcohol
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Being drunk
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10929: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Emotional Problems
- Mental Health
- Emotional distress
- Mood issues
- Feeling unwell emotionally
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4589: Other symptoms and signs involving emotional state
Which procedures does Dr. Abakporo perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Theophine Abakporo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abakporo's office.
Does Dr. Abakporo accept my insurance?
Dr. Abakporo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 388-5889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abakporo accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Abakporo in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abakporo's office located?
Dr. Theophine Abakporo's Primary Practice
1545 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 388-5889
What is Dr. Abakporo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abakporo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972564813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abakporo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abakporo
What is Dr. Theophine Abakporo's specialty?
Dr. Abakporo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Abakporo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Theophine Abakporo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abakporo is affiliated with One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, The Brooklyn Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Theophine Abakporo accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Theophine Abakporo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theophine Abakporo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abakporo's office at (718) 388-5889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theophine Abakporo?
Please contact Dr. Abakporo's office at (718) 388-5889 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Theophine Abakporo have?
Dr. Theophine Abakporo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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