34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Internist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Akbar graduated from Technical University of Santiago (UTESA) and completed his residency at Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (703) 671-7772.
Where did Dr. Akbar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | West Virginia University Affiliated Hospitals | Ohio Valley Medical Center | Ohio Vly Med Center
Medical School: University Tech De Santiago (Utesa)- Esc De Med- Santiago | Technical University of Santiago (UTESA) | Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mohammad Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1994
What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?
Dr. Akbar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akbar 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. Akbar. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohammad Akbar 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. Akbar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 671-7772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Akbar in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar's Primary Practice
611 S Carlin Springs Rd Ste 401
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 671-7772
Recognitions
Awards
Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
Resident Of The Year Award
What is Dr. Akbar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538261045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbar
What is Dr. Mohammad Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Internist near Arlington, VA.
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 this Dr. Mohammad Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center 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
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Is Mohammad Akbar accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Mohammad Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohammad Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (703) 671-7772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohammad Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (703) 671-7772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohammad Akbar have?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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