FRANCISCA OPOKU
NPI 1447839709
Speech-Language Pathologist in Fort Wayne, IN
- Individual
- Female
- Speech-Language Pathologist
About FRANCISCA OPOKU
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Francisca Opoku, a provider established in Fort Wayne, Indiana with a medical specialization in Speech-language Pathologist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1447839709 assigned on April 2021. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 235Z00000X. The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 5 years ago.
- NPI
- 1447839709 Verify this NPI
- Provider Name
- FRANCISCA OPOKU
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 3731 W COOK RD FORT WAYNE, IN 46818
- Location Phone
- (260) 490-2112
- Mailing Address
- 10 S 9TH ST STE 4 NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060
- Mailing Phone
- (765) 524-3946
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 04-05-2021
- Last Update Date
- 04-05-2021
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Speech-Language Pathologist
- Taxonomy Code
- 235Z00000X
- Type
- Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
- Taxonomy Description
- The speech-language pathologist is the professional who engages in clinical services, prevention, advocacy, education, administration, and research in the areas of communication and swallowing across the life span from infancy through geriatrics. Speech-language pathologists address typical and atypical impairments and disorders related to communication and swallowing in the areas of speech sound production, resonance, voice, fluency, language (comprehension and expression), cognition, and feeding and swallowing.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Evaluation of speech sound production with evaluation of language comprehension and expression
Evaluation of swallowing function
Therapy procedure for a range of mental processes, each additional 15 minutes
Therapy procedure for a range of mental processes, initial 15 minutes
Treatment of swallowing and feeding disorder
This service involves assessing your ability to produce speech sounds and understand language. It also evaluates your ability to express yourself through language. It's a comprehensive review of your communication skills to identify any potential issues.
This service was performed 24 times for 21 patientsEvaluation of swallowing function is a medical procedure that assesses your ability to swallow food and drink safely. This involves studying the muscles and nerves involved in swallowing. It helps identify any issues that might lead to difficulties in eating or drinking.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThis therapy procedure focuses on improving mental processes. Each additional 15-minute segment allows for a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The goal is to enhance your mental well-being and overall quality of life.
This service was performed 1,207 times for 22 patientsThis therapy session, lasting 15 minutes, focuses on improving your mental processes. It's an initial step towards understanding your mental health needs. The therapist will engage in conversation, listen to your concerns, and help identify areas for improvement.
This service was performed 486 times for 22 patientsTreatment for swallowing and feeding disorders involves a team of specialists who will work together to improve your ability to eat and drink safely. This may include exercises to strengthen swallowing muscles, dietary changes, or special techniques to make swallowing easier.
This service was performed 218 times for 11 patientsReviews for FRANCISCA OPOKU
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1447839709, enumerated as an "individual" on April 05, 2021.
The provider is located at 3731 W COOK RD FORT WAYNE, IN 46818 and the phone number is (260) 490-2112.
Speech-Language Pathologist with taxonomy code 235Z00000X.
