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. 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 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 as a 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Akhter typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Akhter typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akhter's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Akhter affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Akhter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital,Lake Forest, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital,Lake Forest, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, ILGold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, ILRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, ILRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
What is Dr. Akhter's NPI number?A 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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is Dr. Nausheen Akhter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhter is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dr. 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 Dr. Nausheen Akhter?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (312) 996-6730 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Akhter's office located?
Dr. Akhter's office is located in Chicago, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nausheen Akhter have?
Dr. Nausheen Akhter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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