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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. Dr. Al-Akchar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Akchar’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Al-Akchar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
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
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Al-Akchar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Al-Akchar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mohammad Al-Akchar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Akchar is affiliated with Dhr Health, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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