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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Hospitalist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Nouman Akbar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (410) 844-4644.
What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?
Dr. Akbar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Akbar 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. Akbar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nouman Akbar may include:
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 844-4644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Akbar in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Maryland
State of Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
What is Dr. Akbar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265817514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbar
What is Dr. Nouman Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Hospitalist near Columbia, MD.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Nouman Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nouman Akbar accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Nouman Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nouman Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (410) 844-4644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nouman Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (410) 844-4644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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