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Who is Dr. Acker, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Elisabeth Acker, DO is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Acker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acker’s office at (804) 675-5000.
What languages does Dr. Acker speak?
Dr. Acker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acker typically treat?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Incomplete Quadriplegia
- Quadriplegia
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Partial four-limb paralysis
- Incomplete tetraplegia
- Partial quadriplegia
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8252: Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
What procedures does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acker typically perform?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elisabeth Acker may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (804) 675-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acker accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Acker in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Acker's office located?
Dr. Elisabeth Acker's Primary Practice
1201 Broad Rock Blvd
Richmond, VA 23249
(804) 675-5000
What is Dr. Acker's NPI number?An 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 1275928426.
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. Elisabeth Acker's specialty?
Dr. Acker is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.
What does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist do?
A physician who focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of traumatic spinal cord injuries and non-traumatic causes of spinal cord dysfunction through an interdisciplinary approach. This specialist provides care to patients of all ages throughout their lives, addressing associated medical, physical, psychological, and vocational disabilities and complications.
Is this Dr. Elisabeth Acker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Acker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Richmond Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist. 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 Elisabeth Acker accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Acker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elisabeth Acker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (804) 675-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elisabeth Acker?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (804) 675-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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