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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Occupational Medicine Specialist in Munster, IN?
Dr. Raza Akbar, MD is an Occupational Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (219) 440-5286.
Where did Dr. Akbar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as an Occupational Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Raza Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?
Dr. Akbar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, 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 here.
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:
- Pre-Employment Medical Exam
- Job physical
- Employment health check
- Pre-hire medical assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination
Also known as:
- Hazardous Body Fluid Exposure
- Infection Control
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure
- Infectious fluid contact
- Biohazard exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7721: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to potentially hazardous body fluids
What procedures does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Raza Akbar may include:
- Preventive Medicine Consultation
- Preventive Medicine Follow Up
- Public Health Consultation
- Public Health Follow Up
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 (219) 440-5286 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Akbar in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
Dr. Raza Akbar's Primary Practice
9200 Calumet Ave Ste N502
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 440-5286
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 1669689386.
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. Raza Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Occupational Medicine Specialist near Munster, IN.
What does an Occupational Medicine Specialist do?
Occupational medicine is dedicated to the health of workers, emphasizing their ability to perform tasks and examining the physical, chemical, biological, and social aspects of the workplace environment. Practitioners in this field focus on promoting workplace health and preventing and managing injuries, illnesses, and disabilities related to occupational and environmental factors.
Is this Dr. Raza Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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 an Occupational Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Occupational Medicine Specialist. 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 Raza Akbar accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Raza Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raza Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (219) 440-5286 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raza Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (219) 440-5286 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raza Akbar have?
Dr. Raza Akbar is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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