23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Opoku, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Michael Opoku, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Opoku graduated from School of Medical Sciences, University of Science And Technology, Kumasi, completed his residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, and is currently affiliated with Select Speciality Hospital. Dr. Opoku is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opoku’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opoku’s office at (405) 752-3962.
Where did Dr. Opoku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
Medical School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology | School of Medical Sciences, University of Science And Technology, Kumasi
Is Dr. Opoku board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Opoku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Opoku speak?
Dr. Opoku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Opoku treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Opoku 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. Opoku. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Opoku perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Opoku may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Opoku's office.
Does Dr. Opoku accept my insurance?
Dr. Opoku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 752-3962 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Opoku accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Opoku in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Opoku's office located?
Dr. Michael Opoku's Primary Practice
1110 Highlands Plaza Dr E Ste 280
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(405) 752-3962
What is Dr. Opoku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Opoku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578520235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opoku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opoku
What is Dr. Michael Opoku's specialty?
Dr. Opoku is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Opoku to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Opoku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Opoku is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Michael Opoku accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Michael Opoku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Opoku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Opoku's office at (405) 752-3962 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Opoku?
Please contact Dr. Opoku's office at (405) 752-3962 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Opoku have?
Dr. Michael Opoku is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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