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Who is Dr. Acker, Dermatopathologist in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. Scott Acker, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Douglasville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Acker graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. 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 (770) 921-4300.
Where did Dr. Acker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of South Alabama College of 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 Dermatopathologist like Dr. Acker typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Acker typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Acker may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
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 (770) 921-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acker accept in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. Acker in Douglasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Acker's office located?
Dr. Scott Acker's Primary Practice
4645 Timber Ridge Dr Ste 100
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 921-4300
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 1639158389.
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. Scott Acker's specialty?
Dr. Acker is a Dermatopathologist near Douglasville, GA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Scott 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: Wellstar Paulding 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
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Is Scott Acker accepting new patients in Douglasville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Acker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Acker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (770) 921-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Acker?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (770) 921-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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