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Dr. Alexander Rackman, MD

Dr. Alexander Rackman, MD

Boynton Beach, FL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rackman, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Boynton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Alexander Rackman, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boynton Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rackman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rackman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rackman’s office at (312) 563-4212.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rackman?

    Dr. Alexander Rackman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Geriatric Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rackman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Complex Diagnosis, Dementia, Wellness Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boynton Beach/FL community, Dr. Rackman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Rackman speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Rackman treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rackman 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. Rackman. 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:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia Due to Other Condition
    • Dementia
    • Secondary dementia
    • Dementia from other medical causes
    • Cognitive decline from underlying disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Rackman perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Rackman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rackman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rackman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 563-4212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rackman accept in Boynton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Rackman in Boynton Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Florida Community Care

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rackman's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Rackman's Primary Practice

    9655 Boynton Beach Blvd

    Boynton Beach, FL 33472

    (312) 563-4212

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    Dr. Alexander Rackman's Practice 2

    5360 Linton Blvd

    Delray Beach, FL 33484

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    Dr. Alexander Rackman's Practice 3

    880 NW 13th St Ste 400

    Boca Raton, FL 33486

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

    Dr. Rackman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255775805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rackman?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Rackman's specialty?

    Dr. Rackman is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Boynton Beach, FL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Rackman to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rackman is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric 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 Alexander Rackman accepting new patients in Boynton Beach, FL?

    No, Dr. Alexander Rackman is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Rackman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rackman's office at (312) 563-4212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Rackman?

    Please contact Dr. Rackman's office at (312) 563-4212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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