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Who is Dr. Akil, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Bisher Akil, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Akil graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akil is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akil’s office at (212) 929-2629.
Where did Dr. Akil go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria
What languages does Dr. Akil speak?
Dr. Akil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akil typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akil 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. Akil. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akil typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bisher Akil may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Akil's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akil accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Akil's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Akil's office located?
What is Dr. Akil's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649359555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akil
What is Dr. Bisher Akil's specialty?
Dr. Akil is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.
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 Dr. Bisher Akil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Akil 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Bisher Akil accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bisher Akil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bisher Akil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akil's office at (212) 929-2629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bisher Akil?
Please contact Dr. Akil's office at (212) 929-2629 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Akil's office located?
Dr. Akil's office is located in New York, NY.
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