Who is Dr. Acker, Cardiologist in Knoxville, TN?
Where did Dr. Acker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Rheumatology; Baptist Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Baptist Memorial Health Care | Baptist Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Acker board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Acker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Acker typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Acker typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Acker may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (865) 544-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acker accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Acker in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Acker's office located?
What is Dr. Acker's NPI number?A 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 1497756241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acker