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Dr. Alexander Axelrad, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Neurocritical Care Specialist, Neurologist

Atlantic City, NJ

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Axelrad, Critical Care Surgeon in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Dr. Alexander Axelrad, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlantic City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Axelrad completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Axelrad is fluent in English, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrad’s office at (856) 342-3014.

    Where did Dr. Axelrad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Axelrad board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Axelrad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Axelrad speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Yiddish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Axelrad typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Axelrad 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. Axelrad. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Axelrad typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Axelrad may include:

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

    Does Dr. Axelrad accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Axelrad's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Axelrad's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Axelrad's Primary Practice

    1925 Pacific Ave

    Atlantic City, NJ 08401

    (856) 342-3014

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    Dr. Alexander Axelrad's Practice 2

    1 Medical Center Blvd

    Chester, PA 19013

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    Dr. Alexander Axelrad's Practice 3

    1 Cooper Plz

    Camden, NJ 08103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Axelrad affiliated with?

    Dr. Axelrad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island,Mineola, NY

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

    Dr. Axelrad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306934690.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrad?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Axelrad's specialty?

    Dr. Axelrad is a Critical Care Surgeon near Atlantic City, NJ.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Alexander Axelrad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Axelrad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island. 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. 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 Dr. Alexander Axelrad accepting new patients in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Axelrad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Axelrad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Axelrad's office at (856) 342-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Axelrad?

    Please contact Dr. Axelrad's office at (856) 342-3014 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Axelrad's office located?

    Dr. Axelrad's offices are located in Atlantic City, NJ, Chester, PA, and Camden, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Axelrad have?

    Dr. Alexander Axelrad is certified by the American Board of Surgery.