Summary

Dr. Joseph Akamah is an internal medicine physician with 33 years of experience caring for patients with cardiovascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ghana and has dedicated over three decades to helping patients manage complex heart-related health issues.

Dr. Akamah practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and sees patients in both Nashville and Lebanon, Tennessee. He specializes in treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, including specific expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His procedural skills include performing cardiac catheterizations and coronary angiograms to diagnose and evaluate heart conditions. Patients rate Dr. Akamah 4.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

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

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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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineCritical Care Medicine
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4.4 
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33 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Lebanon , TNDu Bois , PALyons , COLebanon , TN
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Ibadan 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

UNIVERSITY OF GHANAGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Joseph Akamah's office located?
Dr. Joseph Akamah's office is located at 1405 W Baddour Pkwy Ste 103, Lebanon, TN, 37087.
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?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Akamah accepts on their Vitals profile.

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