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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Akhtar, Adult Medicine Specialist in Okeechobee, FL?
Dr. Yasmin Akhtar, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Okeechobee, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English and Arabic, 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 (863) 467-7084.
Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Akhtar board certified as an Adult Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yasmin Akhtar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yasmin Akhtar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (863) 467-7084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Okeechobee, FL?
Dr. Akhtar in Okeechobee, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
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 1336389592.
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. Yasmin Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Okeechobee, FL.
What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?
The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.
Is this Dr. Yasmin Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akhtar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yasmin Akhtar accepting new patients in Okeechobee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Yasmin Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yasmin Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (863) 467-7084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yasmin Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (863) 467-7084 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yasmin Akhtar have?
Dr. Yasmin Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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