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Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Normal, IL

Accepting patients

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. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Akhtar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • The Alliance

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    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Muhammad Akhtar's Primary Practice

    1302 Franklin Ave Ste 4500

    Normal, IL 61761

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    Dr. Muhammad Akhtar's Practice 2

    1508 W Reynolds St Ste A

    Pontiac, IL 61764

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    Dr. Muhammad Akhtar's Practice 3

    101 S Major St

    Eureka, IL 61530

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    What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?A 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 an Interventional Cardiologist near Normal, IL.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Muhammad Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Carle Bromenn Medical Center, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Albany Medical Center, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph 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

    When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Muhammad Akhtar?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar's offices are located in Normal, IL, Pontiac, IL, and Eureka, IL.