Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akers, Diagnostic Radiologist in Huntington, WV?
Where did Dr. Akers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Akers typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Akers performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Wrist Arthrography
- Elbow Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Wrist Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Wrist Scan
- Arthrography Prep (Wrist)
- Elbow Joint Injection for Imaging
- Arthrography of Elbow
- Elbow X-ray with Dye
- Elbow MRI with Contrast
CPT Codes:
- 25246: Injection procedure for wrist arthrography
- 24220: Injection procedure for elbow arthrography
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Knee Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Knee MRI
- Knee Joint Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of the Knee
CPT Codes:
- 27369: Injection procedure for contrast knee arthrography or contrast enhanced CT/MRI knee arthrography
Also known as:
- Mammary Ductogram Injection
- Galactogram Injection
- Breast Duct Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Breast Ducts
CPT Codes:
- 19030: Injection procedure only for mammary ductogram or galactogram
Does Dr. Akers accept my insurance?
Dr. Akers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 522-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akers accept in Huntington, WV?
Dr. Akers in Huntington, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akers' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Akers affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
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 1508077892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akers