Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akar, Specialist in Westminster, MD?
What languages does Dr. Akar speak?
Dr. Akar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Akar typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Akar 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. Akar. 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:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Lipoma of the Spermatic Cord
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor on spermatic cord
- Benign fatty growth near testicle
- Testicle fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D176: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of spermatic cord
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Akar typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Akar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Akar. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
- EGD with Ablation
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
- Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Spermatic Cord Lesion Removal
- Spermatic Cord Mass Excision
- Testicular Cord Lesion Surgery
- Scrotal Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 55520: Excision of lesion of spermatic cord (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Akar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 824-3411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akar accept in Westminster, MD?
Dr. Akar in Westminster, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akar's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Akar's Primary Practice
826 Washington Rd Ste 220
Westminster, MD 21157
(443) 824-3411
What hospitals are Dr. Akar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Akar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Akar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881709434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akar