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55 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yekta, Pulmonologist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Mahmood Yekta, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 55 years. Dr. Yekta is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yekta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yekta’s office at (860) 289-7161.
Where did Dr. Yekta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Darbhanga Medical College, Lalitnarayan Mithila University
What languages does Dr. Yekta speak?
Dr. Yekta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yekta typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yekta 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. Yekta. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yekta typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahmood Yekta may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Yekta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yekta accept my insurance?
Dr. Yekta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 289-7161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yekta accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Yekta in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yekta's office located?
What is Dr. Yekta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yekta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669476016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yekta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yekta
What is Dr. Mahmood Yekta's specialty?
Dr. Yekta is a Pulmonologist near Hartford, CT.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Mahmood Yekta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yekta is affiliated with Hartford Healthcare Manchester Memorial Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Mahmood Yekta accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Mahmood Yekta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmood Yekta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yekta's office at (860) 289-7161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmood Yekta?
Please contact Dr. Yekta's office at (860) 289-7161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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