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Dr. Safdar Akbar, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akbar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Safdar Akbar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (304) 264-1000.

    Is Dr. Akbar board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Safdar Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akbar 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. Akbar. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Safdar Akbar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 264-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Akbar in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?

    Dr. Safdar Akbar's Primary Practice

    234 E 149th St

    Bronx, NY 10451

    (304) 264-1000

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

    Dr. Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508027434.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbar?

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

    What is Dr. Safdar Akbar's specialty?

    Dr. Akbar is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Safdar Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Meritus Health, Inova Fair Oaks 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Safdar Akbar accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Safdar Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Safdar Akbar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (304) 264-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Safdar Akbar?

    Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (304) 264-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?

    Dr. Akbar's office is located in Bronx, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Safdar Akbar have?

    Dr. Safdar Akbar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.