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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akar, Cardiologist in Guilford, CT?
Dr. Joseph Akar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Guilford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akar’s office at (203) 453-7900.
Where did Dr. Akar go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Akar speak?
Dr. Akar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Akar typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Akar 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. Akar. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Akar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Akar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Akar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 453-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akar accept in Guilford, CT?
Dr. Akar in Guilford, CT 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Globe Life
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akar's office located?
What is Dr. Akar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558430058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akar
What is Dr. Joseph Akar's specialty?
Dr. Akar is a Cardiologist near Guilford, CT.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Joseph Akar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akar is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Greenwich Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Akar accepting new patients in Guilford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Akar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Akar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akar's office at (203) 453-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Akar?
Please contact Dr. Akar's office at (203) 453-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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