20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akri, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Eliezer Akri, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Akri graduated from Medical University 'Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov' Varna Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Akri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akri’s office at (352) 333-4000.
Where did Dr. Akri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Nova Se University, Coll of Osteo Med, Ft Lauderdale Fl | Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Medical University 'Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov' Varna Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Akri board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eliezer Akri, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akri speak?
Dr. Akri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akri typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akri 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. Akri. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akri typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eliezer Akri may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Akri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akri accept my insurance?
Dr. Akri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 333-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akri accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Akri in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akri's office located?
Dr. Eliezer Akri's Primary Practice
6500 W Newberry Rd
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 333-4000
What is Dr. Akri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679541361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akri
What is Dr. Eliezer Akri's specialty?
Dr. Akri is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, FL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Eliezer Akri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akri is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Hca Florida North Florida 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eliezer Akri accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Eliezer Akri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eliezer Akri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akri's office at (352) 333-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eliezer Akri?
Please contact Dr. Akri's office at (352) 333-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eliezer Akri have?
Dr. Eliezer Akri is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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