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Dr. Aisha Akhtar
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Aisha Akhtar is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (623) 226-4025.
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhtar treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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.
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
- Dyssynergic Defecation
- Obstructed Defecation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Rectal Abscess
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Abscess
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
- K611: Rectal abscess
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Fecal Smearing
- Bowel Movement
- Stool Smearing
- Fecal Leakage
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R151: Fecal smearing
Which procedures does Dr. Akhtar perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Aisha Akhtar may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akhtar's office.
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 226-4025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Akhtar in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1316314909.
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. Aisha Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Phoenix, AZ. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Akhtar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aisha Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Abrazo Central Campus, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Aisha Akhtar accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Aisha Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aisha Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (623) 226-4025 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aisha Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (623) 226-4025 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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