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Barbara Osafo, CNM

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Specializes in: Midwifery
Professional interests include: vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), postpartum thyroiditis, biophysical profile (BPP), and more.
3001 Hospital Drive
Cheverly, MD 20785

Barbara Osafo, CNM is a midwife in Cheverly, MD specializing in midwifery. Barbara Osafo, CNM is affiliated with University of Maryland Medical System, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and MedStar Health.

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Office Locations

Address:

3001 Hospital Drive
Cheverly, MD 20785

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Address:

9000 Franklin Square Drive
Baltimore, MD 21237

Address:

901 Harry S Truman Drive N
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Some issues Barbara Osafo, CNM can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2019

Volume of procedures performed by Barbara Osafo, CNM for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Barbara Osafo, CNM treated as a midwife in Cheverly, MD were lab tests, breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

breast exam 15
doctor visit 17
gynecologic procedures 15
lab tests 21

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2019

Information about Medicare patients treated by Barbara Osafo, CNM.

Gender
Male 0
Female 10
Ethnicity
Black / African American 1
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 4
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
75 to 84 1
85 and over
Less than 65 1
65 to 74 4

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Barbara Osafo, CNM From 2017 - 2019

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Barbara Osafo, CNM treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 13
High Cholesterol 9
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease
Depression
Chronic Kidney Disease 2
Asthma
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Diabetes 2
Atrial Fibrillation
Cancer
Dementia

Education & Training

She is certified by the UM Capital Region Health and has a state license in Maryland.

Board Certification: UM Capital Region Health

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Barbara Osafo, CNM is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Maryland Medical System
MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
MedStar Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Barbara Osafo, CNM appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, Aetna Open Choice (PPO), United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA, Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA, Aetna HealthFund/Health Network Option OA, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), Aetna Choice POS & Choice POS II, United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS), Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Aetna Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network, Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund), Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS), United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Aetna Student Health Insurance, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), Aetna Open HMO/Open HMO Option/Open EPO Plus, D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO), CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Barbara Osafo, CNM accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO
MAMSI
First Health PPO
Blue Choice
Golden Rule
Great-West Healthcare
TRICARE
Community Care Network (CCN)
Coventry
TRICARE Reserve Select
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Biography

Ms. Barbara Osafo is a specialist in midwifery. Areas of expertise for Ms. Osafo include premature ovarian failure (POF), gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), and pre-eclampsia. She is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Coventry Health Care Plans. She is professionally affiliated with the University of Maryland Medical System and MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center.

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