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Dr. Peter Acker, MD

Dr. Peter Acker, MD

Pediatrician

Rye Brook, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acker, Pediatrician in Rye Brook, NY?

    Dr. Peter Acker, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Rye Brook, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Acker completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital Center. Dr. Acker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acker’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acker’s office at (914) 251-1100.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Acker?

    Dr. Peter Acker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Acker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Medicine, Learning Disorders, Pediatric Dermatology, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rye Brook, NY community, Dr. Acker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Ambulatory Pediatrics

    • Residency: Bellevue Hospital Center

    Is Dr. Acker board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Acker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Acker speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Acker typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Acker 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. Acker. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Acker typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Acker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Acker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 251-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acker accept in Rye Brook, NY?

    Dr. Acker in Rye Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Acker's office located?

    Dr. Peter Acker's Primary Practice

    26 Rye Ridge Plz

    Rye Brook, NY 10573

    (914) 251-1100

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    Dr. Peter Acker's Practice 2

    1 Theall Rd

    Rye, NY 10580

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    Dr. Peter Acker's Practice 3

    210 Westchester Ave Fl 3

    White Plains, NY 10604

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

    Dr. Acker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003991308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acker?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Acker's specialty?

    Dr. Acker is a Pediatrician near Rye Brook, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Peter Acker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acker is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital, Westchester Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Peter Acker accepting new patients in Rye Brook, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Acker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Acker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (914) 251-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Acker?

    Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (914) 251-1100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Acker's office located?

    Dr. Acker's offices are located in Rye Brook, NY, Rye, NY, and White Plains, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Acker have?

    Dr. Peter Acker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.