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Dr. Nasreen Akhtar, MD

Anesthesiologist

Utica, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akhtar, Anesthesiologist in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Nasreen Akhtar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Akhtar graduated from Punjab Medical College and completed her residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (315) 724-3456.

    Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

    • Medical School: Punjab Medical College

    Is Dr. Akhtar board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nasreen Akhtar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?

    Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Akhtar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 724-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Akhtar in Utica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Nasreen Akhtar's Primary Practice

    1676 Sunset Ave

    Utica, NY 13502

    (315) 724-3456

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akhtar affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Akhtar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    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 1639221518.

    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. Nasreen Akhtar's specialty?

    Dr. Akhtar is an Anesthesiologist near Utica, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus 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 Dr. Nasreen Akhtar accepting new patients in Utica, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nasreen Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nasreen Akhtar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (315) 724-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nasreen Akhtar?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (315) 724-3456 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar's office is located in Utica, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nasreen Akhtar have?

    Dr. Nasreen Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.