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Dr. Akmal Wahid, MD

Anesthesiologist

Worcester, MA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wahid, Anesthesiologist in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Akmal Wahid, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Wahid graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine and completed his residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wahid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wahid’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wahid’s office at (508) 363-5000.

    Where did Dr. Wahid go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston University Med Center

    • Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine

    Is Dr. Wahid board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Akmal Wahid, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wahid speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wahid typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wahid 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. Wahid. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wahid typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akmal Wahid may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wahid accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wahid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 363-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wahid accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Wahid in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Wahid's office located?

    Anesthetics Of Worcester Pc

    123 Summer St

    Worcester, MA 01608

    (508) 363-5000

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    Dr. Akmal Wahid's Practice 2

    14 Prospect St

    Milford, MA 01757

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    Dr. Akmal Wahid's Practice 3

    133 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor

    Concord, MA 01742

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

    Dr. Wahid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699880831.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wahid?

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

    What is Dr. Akmal Wahid's specialty?

    Dr. Wahid is an Anesthesiologist near Worcester, MA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Akmal Wahid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wahid is affiliated with Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Emerson Health 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Akmal Wahid accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Akmal Wahid is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akmal Wahid offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wahid's office at (508) 363-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akmal Wahid?

    Please contact Dr. Wahid's office at (508) 363-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wahid's office located?

    Dr. Wahid's offices are located in Worcester, MA, Milford, MA, and Concord, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akmal Wahid have?

    Dr. Akmal Wahid is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.