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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 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. 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 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abakporo typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abakporo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Abakporo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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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 hospitals are Dr. Abakporo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Abakporo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 13 Procedures
Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 13 Procedures
Long Island Jewish Medical Center,New Hyde Park, NYRanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Long Island Jewish Medical Center,New Hyde Park, NY
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
The Brooklyn Hospital Center,Brooklyn, NYRanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery
The Brooklyn Hospital Center,Brooklyn, NY
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center,Queens, NYRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center,Queens, NY
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn),Brooklyn, NYRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn),Brooklyn, NY
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst,Elmhurst, NYRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst,Elmhurst, NY
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
What is Dr. Abakporo's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Theophine Abakporo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abakporo is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. 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 Dr. Theophine Abakporo?
Please contact Dr. Abakporo's office at (718) 388-5889 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Abakporo's office located?
Dr. Abakporo's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Theophine Abakporo have?
Dr. Theophine Abakporo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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