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Dr. William Kerek, MD

Fairlawn, OH

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kerek, Internist in Fairlawn, OH?

    Dr. William Kerek, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairlawn, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kerek completed his residency at Akron City Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kerek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerek’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerek’s office at (330) 376-4445.

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

    • Residency: Akron City Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Kerek board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Kerek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kerek speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kerek treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Kerek 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. Kerek. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Kerek perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Kerek may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kerek's office.

    Does Dr. Kerek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kerek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 376-4445 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kerek accept in Fairlawn, OH?

    Dr. Kerek in Fairlawn, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AultCare

    • CareSource

    • CommuniCare Advantage

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • State of Ohio

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kerek's office located?

    Dr. William Kerek's Primary Practice

    575 S Cleveland Massillon Rd

    Fairlawn, OH 44333

    (330) 376-4445

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    Dr. William Kerek's Practice 2

    615 Latham Ln

    New Franklin, OH 44319

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    Dr. William Kerek's Practice 3

    600 Portage Trl Ste D

    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

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

    Dr. Kerek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558349159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerek?

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

    What is Dr. William Kerek's specialty?

    Dr. Kerek is a Internist near Fairlawn, OH.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Kerek to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Kerek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kerek is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 William Kerek accepting new patients in Fairlawn, OH?

    Yes, Dr. William Kerek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Kerek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kerek's office at (330) 376-4445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Kerek?

    Please contact Dr. Kerek's office at (330) 376-4445 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Kerek have?

    Dr. William Kerek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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