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Dr. Akin Tekin, MD

Transplant Surgeon

Miami, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tekin, Transplant Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Akin Tekin, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Tekin is currently affiliated with Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Tekin is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tekin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tekin’s office at (305) 243-6618.

    Is Dr. Tekin board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Akin Tekin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tekin speak?

    Dr. Tekin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Turkish

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Tekin typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Tekin 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. Tekin. 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:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Tekin typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Akin Tekin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tekin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tekin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tekin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-6618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tekin accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Tekin in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Tekin's office located?

    Jackson Memorial Hospital

    1601 NW 12th Ave Rm 2060

    Miami, FL 33136

    (305) 243-6618

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    Dr. Akin Tekin's Practice 2

    1611 NW 12th Ave # 1

    Miami, FL 33136

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    Dr. Akin Tekin's Practice 3

    1489 W Palmetto Park Rd

    Boca Raton, FL 33486

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tekin affiliated with?

    Dr. Tekin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Jackson Memorial Hospital,Miami, FL

    What is Dr. Tekin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tekin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457528531.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tekin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tekin

    What is Dr. Akin Tekin's specialty?

    Dr. Tekin is a Transplant Surgeon near Miami, FL.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Akin Tekin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tekin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jackson Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. 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. Akin Tekin accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Akin Tekin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akin Tekin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tekin's office at (305) 243-6618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akin Tekin?

    Please contact Dr. Tekin's office at (305) 243-6618 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tekin's office located?

    Dr. Tekin's offices are located in Miami, FL and Boca Raton, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akin Tekin have?

    Dr. Akin Tekin is certified by the American Board of Surgery.