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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akam, Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Eftikhar Akam, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akam’s office at (202) 865-3785.
What languages does Dr. Akam speak?
Dr. Akam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Akam typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Akam typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Eftikhar Akam may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (202) 865-3785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akam accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Akam in Baltimore, MD 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akam's office located?
What is Dr. Akam's NPI number?An 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 1629538616.
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. Eftikhar Akam's specialty?
Dr. Akam is a Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Eftikhar Akam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akam is affiliated with Um Capital Region Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical 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 Eftikhar Akam accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Eftikhar Akam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eftikhar Akam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akam's office at (202) 865-3785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eftikhar Akam?
Please contact Dr. Akam's office at (202) 865-3785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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