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Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

Gastroenterology*

3.6 (14)

Providence, RI

Accepting new patients

39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Providence, RI. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Akerman an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Akerman works at Practice in Providence, RI with other offices in East Greenwich, RI and Portsmouth, RI. They frequently treat conditions like Pelvic Abscess and Gastroptosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Humana as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Akerman's Office Locations

1

Daniel Quirk MD Inc.
33 Staniford St, Providence, RI 02905 Directions (401) 421-8800
2

Univ. Pulmonary Associates
1407 S County Trl, East Greenwich, RI 02818 Directions (401) 886-4040
3

Opitmal Heath Group LLC
1351 S County Trl Bldg 3, East Greenwich, RI 02818 Directions (401) 421-8800
4

Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.
110 Clock Tower Sq, Portsmouth, RI 02871 Directions (401) 293-5600

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The Miriam Hospital
Rhode Island Hospital

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About Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

Specialties*

Gastroenterology
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Years of Experience

39 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

NPI Number

1942302773

Education & Certifications

Medical Education

George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine

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Is Dr. Paul Akerman, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Akerman is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Paul Akerman, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Akerman accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Humana, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Paul Akerman, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Akerman has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Paul Akerman, MD work with?

Dr. Akerman works at Practice in Providence, RI with other offices in East Greenwich, RI and Portsmouth, RI. View the full addresses on Dr. Akerman’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Paul Akerman, MD treats?

Dr. Akerman has seen patients for Pelvic Abscess and Gastroptosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Akerman on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

What languages does Dr. Paul Akerman, MD speak?

Dr. Akerman speaks Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Paul Akerman, MD in reviews?

14 patients have reviewed Dr. Akerman. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Akerman.

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Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

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