19 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Akers, Diagnostic Radiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Where did Dr. Akers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Akers board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Akers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Akers speak?
Dr. Akers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Akers typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Akers 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. Akers. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Akers typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Akers may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Akers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akers accept my insurance?
Dr. Akers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-3957 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akers accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Akers in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akers' office located?
Dr. Scott Akers' Primary Practice
3400 Spruce St Fl 1
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 662-3957
What hospitals are Dr. Akers affiliated with?
Dr. Akers has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Akers's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669526687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akers