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Dr. Alaa Akhras

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akhras, Critical Care Internist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Alaa Akhras is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akhras is currently affiliated with Lutheran Hospital. Dr. Akhras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhras’s office at (260) 432-2297.

    What languages does Dr. Akhras speak?

    Dr. Akhras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Akhras typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Akhras 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. Akhras. 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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Akhras typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alaa Akhras may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akhras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Akhras accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akhras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 432-2297 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akhras accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Akhras in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Akhras' office located?

    Lutheran Hospital

    7950 W Jefferson Blvd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

    (260) 432-2297

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    Dr. Alaa Akhras' Practice 2

    3500 Franciscan Way Ste 400

    Michigan City, IN 46360

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    What is Dr. Akhras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Akhras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992108005.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhras?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhras

    What is Dr. Alaa Akhras's specialty?

    Dr. Akhras is a Critical Care Internist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Alaa Akhras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akhras is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital - Indiana which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Alaa Akhras accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Alaa Akhras is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alaa Akhras offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akhras's office at (260) 432-2297 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alaa Akhras?

    Please contact Dr. Akhras's office at (260) 432-2297 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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