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Who is Dr. Acra, Psychiatrist in Lawrence, MA?
Dr. Joseph Acra, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Acra graduated from Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Acra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acra’s office at (617) 912-7900.
Where did Dr. Acra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Psychiatry | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: National University of Pedro Henriquez Urena / School of Medicine | Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Acra speak?
Dr. Acra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Acra typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Acra diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Acra. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Acra typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Acra may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Acra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Acra accept my insurance?
Dr. Acra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 912-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acra accept in Lawrence, MA?
Dr. Acra in Lawrence, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Acra's office located?
Dr. Joseph Acra's Primary Practice
439 S Union St Unit 2104
Lawrence, MA 01843
(617) 912-7900
What is Dr. Acra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326206038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acra
What is Dr. Joseph Acra's specialty?
Dr. Acra is a Psychiatrist near Lawrence, MA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Joseph Acra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Acra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Medical Center - South Corporation. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Acra accepting new patients in Lawrence, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Acra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Acra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acra's office at (617) 912-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Acra?
Please contact Dr. Acra's office at (617) 912-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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