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Dr. Frank Acerra, DO

Pulmonologist, Internist

Staten Island, NY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acerra, Pulmonologist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Frank Acerra, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Acerra graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Acerra is fluent in English, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acerra’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acerra’s office at (718) 816-6440.

    Where did Dr. Acerra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Med Center

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Acerra board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Acerra, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Acerra speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Acerra typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Acerra 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. Acerra. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Acerra typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Frank Acerra may include:

    Please contact Dr. Acerra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Acerra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acerra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 816-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acerra accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Acerra in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Acerra's office located?

    Dr. Frank Acerra's Primary Practice

    1050 Clove Rd

    Staten Island, NY 10301

    (718) 816-6440

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    Dr. Frank Acerra's Practice 2

    52 Duane St

    New York, NY 10007

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    Dr. Frank Acerra's Practice 3

    2655 Richmond Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10314

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

    Dr. Acerra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750371993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acerra?

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

    What is Dr. Frank Acerra's specialty?

    Dr. Acerra is a Pulmonologist near Staten Island, NY.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Frank Acerra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acerra is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Richmond University Medical Center, Saint Peter's University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Frank Acerra accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Acerra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Acerra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acerra's office at (718) 816-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Acerra?

    Please contact Dr. Acerra's office at (718) 816-6440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Acerra's office located?

    Dr. Acerra's offices are located in Staten Island, NY and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Acerra have?

    Dr. Frank Acerra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.