Summary

Dr. Joseph Akamah treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs cardiac rehabilitation. He practices internal medicine and has 33 years of experience. Dr. Akamah is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and received his medical degree from the University of Ghana. He sees patients in Lebanon and Nashville, Tennessee.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph A Akamah has 3 locations

Vanderbilt Heart at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

1405 W Baddour Pkwy Ste 103Lebanon, TN 37087

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1301 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1211 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

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33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Lebanon , TNLebanon , TNMadison , TNMadison , TN
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA Med School: University Of Benin Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph A Akamah

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph A Akamah has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph A Akamah has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF GHANA in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Akamah's NPI number is 1598822967.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Akamah affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Akamah is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Akamah accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Joseph Akamah accepting new patients?
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