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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wacks, Internist in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Robert Wacks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Palm Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Wacks graduated from University degli Studi di Ferrara Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wacks is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wacks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wacks’s office at (561) 844-8899.
Where did Dr. Wacks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Internal Medicine | Sinai Hospital of Baltimore Program
Medical School: University Di Ferrara, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia | University degli Studi di Ferrara Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia
What languages does Dr. Wacks speak?
Dr. Wacks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Wacks treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Wacks 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. Wacks. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Wacks perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Wacks may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wacks' office.
Does Dr. Wacks accept my insurance?
Dr. Wacks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 844-8899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wacks accept in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Wacks in West Palm Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wacks' office located?
Dr. Robert Wacks' Primary Practice
1501 Presidential Way Ste 1
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(561) 844-8899
What is Dr. Wacks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wacks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518991637.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wacks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wacks
What is Dr. Robert Wacks's specialty?
Dr. Wacks is a Internist near West Palm Beach, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Wacks to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Wacks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wacks is affiliated with St. Mary's Medical Center - West Palm Beach, FL 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
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Is Robert Wacks accepting new patients in West Palm Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wacks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wacks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wacks's office at (561) 844-8899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wacks?
Please contact Dr. Wacks's office at (561) 844-8899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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