Overview
Tayler Acton is a primary care provider, practicing in Pulmonary Medicine in Temple, Texas. His top area of expertise is Empyema.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1605 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76504
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
Dr. Beckendorf has a background in research in the basic sciences and earned a Master's in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, prior to attending medical school. Upon completing medical training in 2002, he enjoyed working in pulmonary and critical care private practice for 3 years. In 2005, he began his employment at Baylor Scott and White in Temple, TX, which he considers the best decision of his professional career. He serves as the Medical Director of the Pulmonary Function Laboratory and of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. He is involved in the education of pulmonary and critical care fellows, internal medicine residents and anesthesiology interns as well as medical students. Dr. Beckendorf's areas of expertise include asthma and COPD, interstitial lung disease and pulmonary fibrosis, pleural disease and effusions, pulmonary nodules and thoracic lymphadenopathy, chronic cough, bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis and Alpha-1 anti-trypsin deficiency, sarcoidosis and autoimmune conditions of the lung, viral, bacterial and fungal pneumonia, occupation-related lung diseases including asbestosis, and lung cancer. Dr. Beckendorf is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Emphysema.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
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Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tayler Acton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tayler Acton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tayler Acton by calling their office at 254-215-0100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tayler Acton a top-rated expert for Empyema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tayler Acton is classified as an Experienced expert for Empyema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Tayler Acton specialize in?
While Dr. Tayler Acton is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Empyema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Tayler Acton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tayler Acton has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Empyema. You can view a list of Dr. Tayler Acton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tayler Acton accept my insurance?
Dr. Tayler Acton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-215-0100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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