23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Specialist in New Castle, PA?
Dr. Ubaid Akhtar, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in New Castle, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhtar graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Reading Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (412) 383-3200.
Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Reading Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Akhtar board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ubaid Akhtar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Akhtar 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. Akhtar. 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 383-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in New Castle, PA?
Dr. Akhtar in New Castle, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health Association
Kaiser Permanente
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
State of California
State of West Virginia
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Ubaid Akhtar's Primary Practice
1211 Wilmington Ave Fl Div
New Castle, PA 16105
(412) 383-3200
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427020502.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhtar
What is Dr. Ubaid Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Specialist near New Castle, PA.
Is this Dr. Ubaid Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Upmc Hamot, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Upmc Altoona 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ubaid Akhtar accepting new patients in New Castle, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ubaid Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ubaid Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (412) 383-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ubaid Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (412) 383-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ubaid Akhtar have?
Dr. Ubaid Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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