Akua Sarfo, MD/PHD
Dermatology
7+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Akua Sarfo
Akua Sarfo, MD is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
7
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
DermatologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
Class of 2019
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Connecticut | 074912 | Dermatology |
Public Data Summary for Akua Sarfo
In their first decade of practice, Akua Sarfo represents the newer generation of dermatology providers, MD/PHD, after earning their medical degree at Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2019. Akua currently practices across 2 facilities, including Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023578002, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Akua Sarfo as a lower-volume dermatology provider, treating approximately 51 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 156 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Akua Sarfo received $356 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$356
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Dermatology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 17822
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Akua Sarfo
What does Akua Sarfo specialize in?
Akua Sarfo specializes in Dermatology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Akua Sarfo practice?
Akua Sarfo practices at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. Akua is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Akua Sarfo accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Akua Sarfo accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 51 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Akua Sarfo's NPI number?
Akua Sarfo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023578002. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Akua Sarfo been practicing?
Akua Sarfo has approximately 7 years of practice experience, having graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2019.