Summary

Dr. Akua Boah treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and practices rheumatology and internal medicine. She has 24 years of experience and is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center.

Dr. Boah earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her residency at LI Jewish Medical Center. She sees patients in Brooklyn, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Boah 4.91 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 24 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Li Jewish Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Dr. Akua F Boah

145 E 18th StBrooklyn, NY 11226

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Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Akua F Boah

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Akua F Boah has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Akua F Boah has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Akua F Boah holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Li Jewish Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine in 2006 and Drexel University College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Boah's NPI number is 1093910432.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Akua Boah's office located?
Dr. Akua Boah's office is located at 145 E 18th St, Brooklyn, NY, 11226.
Is Dr. Akua Boah accepting new patients?
Dr. Akua Boah has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Akua Boah speak?
Dr. Akua Boah speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akua Boah?
You can find contact information for Dr. Akua Boah here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Akua Boah accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Akua Boah accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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