Summary

Joshua Akers, D.O., grew up in small town in Eastern Kentucky. He moved to Louisville in 2021 when he married his amazing wife, Sarah. They love this area and plan to stay here and raise their family. Their daughter will be born in the summer of 2024. His heart has always been to help others. He grew up doing this with the fire department and now gets to serve in a different role through medicine.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 6 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

UofL Health – Urgent Care Plus – Buechel

4423 Bardstown RdLouisville, KY 40218
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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6 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Louisville , KYEast Setauket , NYHuntsville , ALLouisville , KY
Med School: University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Suny Stony Brookhealth Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joshua Akers

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Joshua Akers has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joshua Akers has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • General Practice

Certifications, License, & Education

6 Years Experience

Joshua Akers holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2020.

NPI Number

Joshua Akers' NPI number is 1467030593.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Joshua Akers speak?
Joshua Akers speaks English.
Where is Joshua Akers's office located?
Joshua Akers's office is located at 4423 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY, 40218.
Does Joshua Akers accept my insurance?
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