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Who is Dr. Ackelson, Infectious Disease Specialist in Newark, OH?
Dr. Alissa Ackelson, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ackelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ackelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ackelson’s office at (220) 564-2600.
Where did Dr. Ackelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States
Is Dr. Ackelson board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alissa Ackelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ackelson speak?
Dr. Ackelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ackelson typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ackelson 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. Ackelson. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ackelson typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alissa Ackelson may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Ackelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ackelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Ackelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (220) 564-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ackelson accept in Newark, OH?
Dr. Ackelson in Newark, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ackelson's office located?
Dr. Alissa Ackelson's Primary Practice
2000 Tamarack Rd Fl 2
Newark, OH 43055
(220) 564-2600
What is Dr. Ackelson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ackelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881814796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ackelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ackelson
What is Dr. Alissa Ackelson's specialty?
Dr. Ackelson is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Newark, OH.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Alissa Ackelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ackelson is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, Knox Community Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Alissa Ackelson accepting new patients in Newark, OH?
Yes, Dr. Alissa Ackelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alissa Ackelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ackelson's office at (220) 564-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alissa Ackelson?
Please contact Dr. Ackelson's office at (220) 564-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alissa Ackelson have?
Dr. Alissa Ackelson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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