Summary

Dr. Stuart Akerman treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and dyspepsia, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and laparoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and is affiliated with Medical City Plano Hospital.

Dr. Akerman earned his medical degree from New Jersey Medical School and completed residencies at Montefiore Medical School and Northshore-LIJ Medical Center, finishing in 2013. He sees patients in Plano, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Akerman 4.98 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Northshore-LIJ Medical Center
  • 117 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Digestive Health Associates of Texas, PA

3242 Preston Rd Ste 200Plano, TX 75093
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Stuart Akerman, MDDr. Brent Keith, MDDr. Sripathi Kethu, MDDr. Annette Whitney, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.5 
3.5 
19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Plano , TXPlano , TXRichardson , TXProsper , TX
Med School: New Jersey Medical School Med School: Ross University Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stuart Akerman

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Care N' Care
  • Caterpillar
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SAMBA
  • Sana
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stuart Akerman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stuart Akerman has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Northshore-LIJ Medical Center in 2013 and Montefiore Medical School in 2010.

Medical School

Graduated from New Jersey Medical School in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Akerman's NPI number is 1154652923.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Stuart Akerman speak?
Dr. Stuart Akerman speaks English.
Does Dr. Stuart Akerman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Stuart Akerman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Stuart Akerman accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stuart Akerman?
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Does Dr. Stuart Akerman accept my insurance?
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