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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhter, Internist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Ayesha Akhter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Akhter graduated from Burdwan Medical College and completed her residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhter’s office at (888) 319-2030.
Where did Dr. Akhter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brooklyn Hospital Center | Brooklyn Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Burdwan Med Coll- Burdwan Univ- Burdwan- West Bengal- India | Burdwan Medical College, West Bengal University Of Health Sciences | Burdwan Medical College
Is Dr. Akhter board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ayesha Akhter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhter speak?
Dr. Akhter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akhter typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akhter 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. Akhter. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akhter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ayesha Akhter 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. Akhter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhter accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 319-2030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhter accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Akhter in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akhter's office located?
Dr. Ayesha Akhter's Primary Practice
400 NE Mother Joseph Pl
Vancouver, WA 98664
(888) 319-2030
What is Dr. Akhter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134174469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhter
What is Dr. Ayesha Akhter's specialty?
Dr. Akhter is a Internist near Vancouver, WA.
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. Ayesha Akhter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhter is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Providence St. Peter Hospital, Peacehealth St. John 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ayesha Akhter accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ayesha Akhter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ayesha Akhter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (888) 319-2030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ayesha Akhter?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (888) 319-2030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ayesha Akhter have?
Dr. Ayesha Akhter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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