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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Interventional Cardiologist in Normal, IL?
Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Normal, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English 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.
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhtar treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Akhtar perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Muhammad Akhtar may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Normal, IL?
Dr. Akhtar in Normal, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
The Alliance
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 1336384460.
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. Muhammad Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Normal, IL. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Akhtar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Carle Bromenn Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Muhammad Akhtar accepting new patients in Normal, IL?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Akhtar?
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