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Dr. Nour Akil, MD

Dr. Nour Akil, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Akil, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Nour Akil, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akil graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Akil is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akil’s office at (901) 287-7337.

    Where did Dr. Akil go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    What languages does Dr. Akil speak?

    Dr. Akil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Akil treat?

    As a Pediatric 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF Lung Disease
    • Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Tracheostomy
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach tube
    • Tracheotomy
    • Tracheal opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z930: Tracheostomy status

    What procedures does Dr. Akil perform?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Akil performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Akil accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Akil's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Akil's office located?

    Dr. Nour Akil's Primary Practice

    2301 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

    (901) 287-7337

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    Dr. Nour Akil's Practice 2

    100 N Humphreys Blvd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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    What is Dr. Akil's NPI number?An 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 1992146955.

    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. Nour Akil's specialty?

    Dr. Akil is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Durham, NC. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Akil to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nour Akil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, 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

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    Is Nour Akil accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Nour Akil is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nour Akil offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akil's office at (901) 287-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nour Akil?

    Please contact Dr. Akil's office at (901) 287-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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