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Dr. Kemal Akat, MD, PHD
Nashville, TN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akat, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Kemal Akat, MD, PHD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akat’s office at (615) 222-3945.
What languages does Dr. Akat speak?
Dr. Akat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akat treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Akat 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. Akat. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Akat perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kemal Akat 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akat's office.
Does Dr. Akat accept my insurance?
Dr. Akat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 222-3945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akat accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Akat in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
PreferredOne
Truman Medical Centers
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Where is Dr. Akat's office located?
Dr. Kemal Akat's Primary Practice
4230 Harding Pike Ste 330
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 222-3945
What is Dr. Akat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396271045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akat
What is Dr. Kemal Akat's specialty?
Dr. Akat is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Nashville, TN. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Akat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kemal Akat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akat is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Kemal Akat accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Kemal Akat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kemal Akat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akat's office at (615) 222-3945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kemal Akat?
Please contact Dr. Akat's office at (615) 222-3945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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