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Dr. Benjamin Aaker, MD

Yankton, SD

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aaker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Yankton, SD?

    Dr. Benjamin Aaker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Yankton, SD. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Aaker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aaker’s office at (605) 882-7000.

    Is Dr. Aaker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Aaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aaker speak?

    Dr. Aaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aaker typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aaker 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. Aaker. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aaker typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Aaker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Aaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Aaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 882-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aaker accept in Yankton, SD?

    Dr. Aaker in Yankton, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Avera Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of South Dakota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Aaker's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Aaker's Primary Practice

    501 Summit St

    Yankton, SD 57078

    (605) 882-7000

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    What is Dr. Aaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811198278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aaker?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aaker

    What is Dr. Benjamin Aaker's specialty?

    Dr. Aaker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Yankton, SD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Aaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aaker is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Brookings Health System 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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 Benjamin Aaker accepting new patients in Yankton, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Aaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Aaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aaker's office at (605) 882-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Aaker?

    Please contact Dr. Aaker's office at (605) 882-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Aaker have?

    Dr. Benjamin Aaker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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