MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ackerman, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mitchell Ackerman is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ackerman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ackerman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ackerman’s office at (619) 260-7220.
What languages does Dr. Ackerman speak?
Dr. Ackerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ackerman treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ackerman 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. Ackerman. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does Dr. Ackerman perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ackerman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ackerman. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Ackerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Ackerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 260-7220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ackerman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ackerman in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ackerman's office located?
Dr. Mitchell Ackerman's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr # 8770
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 260-7220
What is Dr. Ackerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ackerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134623077.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ackerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ackerman
What is Dr. Mitchell Ackerman's specialty?
Dr. Ackerman is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Ackerman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mitchell Ackerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ackerman is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Mitchell Ackerman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell Ackerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mitchell Ackerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ackerman's office at (619) 260-7220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mitchell Ackerman?
Please contact Dr. Ackerman's office at (619) 260-7220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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