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Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO

(Dr. Debra Acerenza, D.O.)

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Specializes in: Gynecology
Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional interests include: menopause, laparoscopic surgery, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and more.
97 Thomas Johnson Drive Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21702

Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO is a gynecologist in Frederick, MD specializing in gynecology. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO is affiliated with Frederick Health and Capital Women's Care.

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Office Locations

Capital Women's Care

97 Thomas Johnson Drive Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21702
(301) 663-4545
(301) 663-1709
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Some issues Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Facial or body hair
  • Thinning head hair
  • Missing or irregular periods
  • Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

  • Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
  • Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
  • Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
  • Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
  • Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
  • Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
  • Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

breast exam
cervical cancer screening
cytology
gynecologic cytology
gynecologic exams
gynecologic pathology
Pap screening
Pap test
pelvic exam

In 2023, Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO had a list price for breast exam, cervical cancer screening, cytology, gynecologic cytology, gynecologic exams, gynecologic pathology, Pap screening, Pap test, and pelvic exam that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Maryland. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

breast exam
pelvic exam

In 2012, Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO performed more breast exam, and pelvic exam procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Maryland.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2012 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 16
doctor visit 14
gynecologic procedures 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 38
Age
From 65 to 74 17
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2013

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2014 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 39
doctor visit 34
gynecologic procedures 39

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 83
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 72
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2014

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 18
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2015 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 27
doctor visit 31
gynecologic procedures 27

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 116
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2015

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2016 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 22
doctor visit 25
gynecologic procedures 22

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 44
Age
From 65 to 74 31
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2016

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2017 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 45
doctor visit 28
gynecologic procedures 45

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 75
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 13
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2017

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2018 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 47
doctor visit 35
gynecologic procedures 47

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 90
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 77
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 22
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2018

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2019 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 42
doctor visit 52
gynecologic procedures 42

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 70
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2019

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 19
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2020 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 45
doctor visit 53
gynecologic procedures 45

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 83
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 72
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 50
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2020

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2021 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 43
cytology 14
doctor visit 53
gynecologic pathology 14
gynecologic procedures 43
preventive care 14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 75
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 63
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 47
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2021

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 21
Dementia 0
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD during 2022 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam 72
cytology 21
doctor visit 107
gynecologic pathology 21
gynecologic procedures 72
preventive care 21

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 125
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 113
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 77
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO in 2022

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 9
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 18
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated as a gynecologist in Frederick, MD were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam 39
cytology 17
doctor visit 40
gynecologic pathology 17
gynecologic procedures 39
preventive care 17

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Gender
Male 0
Female 72
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 36
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 8
85 and over 0
Less than 65 1
65 to 74 43

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 13
Depression 11
Chronic Kidney Disease 3
Asthma 0
Osteoporosis 6
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 14
Atrial Fibrillation 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 2

Education & Training

Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO graduated from Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed residency at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. She is certified by the Obstetrics & Gynecology - American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore

Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology - American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Frederick Health
Capital Women's Care

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Great-West Healthcare, Medicare Advantage, MultiPlan, Amerigroup, Aetna, MHBP, Medicare, Medicaid, Railroad Medicare, Cigna, Anthem, Blue Choice, PHCS PPO, First Health, Beech Street, MAMSI, OneNet PPO, US Family Health Plan, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield of the National Capital Area, Maryland Physicians Care MCO, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland, University of Maryland Health Advantage, Innovative Healthware Services (ClaimsBridge), Maryland Medical Assistance, John Hopkins EHP, Provider Network of America and Priority Partners MCO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO accepts the following insurance providers:

Great-West Healthcare
Medicare Advantage
MultiPlan
Amerigroup
Aetna
MHBP
Medicare
Medicaid
Railroad Medicare
Cigna
Anthem
Blue Choice
PHCS PPO
First Health
Beech Street
MAMSI
OneNet PPO
US Family Health Plan
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield of the National Capital Area
Maryland Physicians Care MCO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland
University of Maryland Health Advantage
Innovative Healthware Services (ClaimsBridge)
Maryland Medical Assistance
John Hopkins EHP
Provider Network of America
Priority Partners MCO

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
HOLOGIC INC $36 Fetal Fibronectin
$36
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation $36 NEXPLANON
$36
Duchesnay USA Incorporated $28 Osphena
$17 		Diclegis
$12
Covidien LP $24 TruClear
$24
CooperSurgical, Inc. $24 Obstetrical Products
$24
Other $222 LO LOESTRIN FE
$30 		Makena
$17 		CERVIDIL
$16 		Liletta
$16 		PICO 7 Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
$15 		Other
$128
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $352
Education $17

Ownership and Interest Payments

This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. Debra M. Acerenza, DO.

Unified Women's Healthcare, LP 2022 $1.00 Physician Covered Recipient Physician holds an indirect ownership interest (Interest) in the GPO through his/her in equity interest in Unified Physician Management Holdings LP (UPM Holdings). UPM Holdings and Unified Women's Healthcare LP the operator of the GPO share a common general partner Unified Physician Management GP LLC. The Interest is not freely transferable remains subject to a risk of forfeiture as of the date of this filing and repurchase by UPM Holdings.
Unified Women's Healthcare, LP 2020 $1.00 Physician Covered Recipient Physician holds an indirect ownership interest (Interest) in the GPO through his/her in equity interest in Unified Physician Management Holdings, LP (UPM Holdings). UPM Holdings's and Unified Women's Healthcare, LP, the operator of the GPO, share a common general partner, Unified Physician Management, GP, LLC. The Interest is not freely transferable, remains subject to a risk of forfeiture as of the date of this filing and repurchase by UPM Holdings.
Unified Physician Management, LLC 2018 $1.00 Physician Covered Recipient Physician holds an indirect ownership interest (Interest) in the GPO through his/her in equity interest in Unified Physician Management Holdings, LLC (UPM Holdings). UPM Holdings wholly owns Unified Physician Management, LLC (UPM), the operator of the GPO. The Interest is not freely transferable, remains subject to a risk of forfeiture as of the date of this filing and repurchase by UPM Holdings.

Biography

Dr. Debra Acerenza's area of specialization is gynecology. Dr. Acerenza obtained her medical school training at Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine and performed her residency at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. These areas are among her clinical interests: menopause, contraception (birth control), and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She accepts several insurance carriers, including Amerigroup, MAMSI, and Anthem. Her professional affiliations include Frederick Health and Capital Women's Care.

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