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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Akchar, Cardiologist in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in McHenry, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Al-Akchar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Akchar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Akchar’s office at (217) 383-3210.
What languages does Dr. Al-Akchar speak?
Dr. Al-Akchar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Al-Akchar treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Al-Akchar 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. Al-Akchar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Al-Akchar perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al-Akchar's office.
Does Dr. Al-Akchar accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Akchar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Akchar accept in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Al-Akchar in McHenry, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Al-Akchar's office located?
Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar's Primary Practice
4309 W Medical Center Dr Ste A200
McHenry, IL 60050
(217) 383-3210
Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar's Practice 3
751 N Rutledge St Ste 2300
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 545-8000
What is Dr. Al-Akchar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Akchar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730561903.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Akchar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Akchar
What is Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar's specialty?
Dr. Al-Akchar is a Cardiologist near McHenry, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Al-Akchar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Akchar is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital, Sentara Rmh 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
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Is Mohammad Al-Akchar accepting new patients in McHenry, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Akchar's office at (217) 383-3210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohammad Al-Akchar?
Please contact Dr. Al-Akchar's office at (217) 383-3210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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