15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acerra, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. John Acerra, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Acerra graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital. He is a member of the North Shore-LIJ Medical Group. Dr. Acerra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acerra’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acerra’s office at (718) 470-7501.
Where did Dr. Acerra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny General Hospital
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Acerra board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Acerra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Acerra speak?
Dr. Acerra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acerra typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Acerra 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. Acerra. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acerra typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Acerra may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Acerra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Acerra accept my insurance?
Dr. Acerra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 470-7501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acerra accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Acerra in New Hyde Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Acerra's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North Shore-LIJ Medical Group
Member
What is Dr. Acerra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acerra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760563142.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acerra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acerra
What is Dr. John Acerra's specialty?
Dr. Acerra is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Hyde Park, NY.
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. John Acerra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acerra is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Peconic Bay Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, South Shore University 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Acerra accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Acerra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Acerra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acerra's office at (718) 470-7501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Acerra?
Please contact Dr. Acerra's office at (718) 470-7501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Acerra have?
Dr. John Acerra is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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