17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhter, Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nausheen Akhter, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhter completed her residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Akhter is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhter’s office at (312) 996-6730.
Where did Dr. Akhter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ. of Illinois Hospital | University of Illinois Hospital
Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Akhter board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nausheen Akhter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhter speak?
Dr. Akhter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhter treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Akhter diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Akhter. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Which procedures does Dr. Akhter perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nausheen Akhter may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akhter's office.
Does Dr. Akhter accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-6730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhter accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Akhter in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Akhter's office located?
Dr. Nausheen Akhter's Primary Practice
250 E Superior St # 2304
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 996-6730
What is Dr. Akhter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134393812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhter
What is Dr. Nausheen Akhter's specialty?
Dr. Akhter is a Cardiologist near Chicago, IL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Akhter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nausheen Akhter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhter is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Nausheen Akhter accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nausheen Akhter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nausheen Akhter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (312) 996-6730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nausheen Akhter?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (312) 996-6730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nausheen Akhter have?
Dr. Nausheen Akhter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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