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Dr. Jeffrey Akerson, MD

Bellevue, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akerson, Family Medicine Specialist in Bellevue, NE?

    Dr. Jeffrey Akerson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellevue, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Akerson completed his residency at Lincoln Fp Prog. Dr. Akerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akerson’s office at (402) 292-9170.

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

    • Residency: Lincoln Fp Prog

    Is Dr. Akerson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Akerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Akerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Akerson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akerson 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. Akerson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    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:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Which procedures does Dr. Akerson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jeffrey Akerson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akerson's office.

    Does Dr. Akerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 292-9170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akerson accept in Bellevue, NE?

    Dr. Akerson in Bellevue, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Nebraska

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Akerson's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Akerson's Primary Practice

    2510 Bellevue Medical Center Dr

    Bellevue, NE 68123

    (402) 292-9170

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    Unmc Physicians Buffett Cancer Center

    505 S 45th St

    Omaha, NE 68198

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    Unmc Physicians Nebraska Medical Center

    987400 Nebraska Medical Ctr

    Omaha, NE 68198

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

    Dr. Akerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497834394.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akerson?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Akerson's specialty?

    Dr. Akerson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bellevue, NE. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Akerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jeffrey Akerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akerson is affiliated with Bellevue Medical Center, Nebraska Medical Center, Orthonebraska 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Jeffrey Akerson accepting new patients in Bellevue, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Akerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Akerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akerson's office at (402) 292-9170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Akerson?

    Please contact Dr. Akerson's office at (402) 292-9170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Akerson have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Akerson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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