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Who is Dr. Akhtar, Internist in Clermont, FL?
Dr. Sulman Akhtar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clermont, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Akhtar completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (352) 536-8200.
Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Akhtar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sulman Akhtar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akhtar 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. Akhtar. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sulman Akhtar 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. Akhtar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 536-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Clermont, FL?
Dr. Akhtar in Clermont, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Sulman Akhtar's Primary Practice
805 Oakley Seaver Dr
Clermont, FL 34711
(352) 536-8200
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306862073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhtar
What is Dr. Sulman Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Internist near Clermont, FL.
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. Sulman Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akhtar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Orlando Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Sulman Akhtar accepting new patients in Clermont, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sulman Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sulman Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (352) 536-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sulman Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (352) 536-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sulman Akhtar have?
Dr. Sulman Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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