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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akam, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Eftitan Akam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akam’s office at (617) 414-4676.
What languages does Dr. Akam speak?
Dr. Akam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akam 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. Akam. 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:
- ABO Incompatibility in Newborns
- Blood Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- ABO disease in babies
- ABO blood type problem infant
- ABO sensitization newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P551: ABO isoimmunization of newborn
Also known as:
- Large for Gestational Age Baby
- Birth Weight
- LGA baby
- Heavy for gestational age newborn
- Baby born too big
ICD-10 Codes:
- P081: Other heavy for gestational age newborn
Also known as:
- Infant of Diabetic Mother Syndrome
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- IDM syndrome
- Baby of diabetic mom
- Newborn affected by maternal diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- P701: Syndrome of infant of a diabetic mother
Also known as:
- Small for Gestational Age Newborn
- Birth Weight
- SGA newborn
- Growth-restricted baby
- Intrauterine growth restriction
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0510: Newborn small for gestational age, unspecified weight
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eftitan Akam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Akam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akam accept my insurance?
Dr. Akam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akam accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Akam in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Akam's office located?
Dr. Eftitan Akam's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-4676
What hospitals are Dr. Akam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Akam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Akam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568950483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akam
What is Dr. Eftitan Akam's specialty?
Dr. Akam is an Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Eftitan Akam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akam is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Eftitan Akam accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Eftitan Akam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eftitan Akam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akam's office at (617) 414-4676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eftitan Akam?
Please contact Dr. Akam's office at (617) 414-4676 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Akam's office located?
Dr. Akam's office is located in Boston, MA.
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