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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akram, Rheumatologist in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Bushra Akram, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akram’s office at (405) 644-5030.
What languages does Dr. Akram speak?
Dr. Akram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akram treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Akram 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. Akram. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Akram perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bushra Akram may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akram's office.
Does Dr. Akram accept my insurance?
Dr. Akram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 644-5030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akram accept in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Akram in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene
Corporate Services
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Akram's office located?
Dr. Bushra Akram's Primary Practice
4221 S Western Ave Ste 4045
Oklahoma City, OK 73109
(405) 644-5030
What is Dr. Akram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962998781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akram
What is Dr. Bushra Akram's specialty?
Dr. Akram is a Rheumatologist near Oklahoma City, OK. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Akram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bushra Akram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akram is affiliated with INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center, Norman Regional Hospital, Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery, INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Bushra Akram accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes, Dr. Bushra Akram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bushra Akram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (405) 644-5030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bushra Akram?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (405) 644-5030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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