AE
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkerm, Internist in Acton, MA?
Dr. Ashraf Elkerm, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Acton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Elkerm completed his residency at St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elkerm is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkerm’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkerm’s office at (978) 401-3100.
Where did Dr. Elkerm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Elkerm board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Elkerm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elkerm speak?
Dr. Elkerm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Elkerm treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Elkerm 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. Elkerm. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Elkerm perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashraf Elkerm may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elkerm's office.
Does Dr. Elkerm accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkerm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 401-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkerm accept in Acton, MA?
Dr. Elkerm in Acton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Community Health Plan of Washington
Fallon Community Health Plan
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Elkerm's office located?
What is Dr. Elkerm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkerm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306825831.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkerm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkerm
What is Dr. Ashraf Elkerm's specialty?
Dr. Elkerm is a Internist near Acton, MA.
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. Elkerm to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ashraf Elkerm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkerm is affiliated with Emerson Health, Boston Medical Center 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
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 Ashraf Elkerm accepting new patients in Acton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Elkerm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashraf Elkerm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkerm's office at (978) 401-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashraf Elkerm?
Please contact Dr. Elkerm's office at (978) 401-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashraf Elkerm have?
Dr. Ashraf Elkerm is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Acton, MA
PR
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Patricia Ruze, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Concord, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Concord, MA
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Scott Gilbert, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Concord, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified.
Concord, MA
AM
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Arun Mukherjee, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Concord, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified.
Concord, MA