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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Rheumatologist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Anita Akhtar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (304) 598-7296.
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Akhtar may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 call our office at (304) 598-7296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Akhtar in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Anita Akhtar's Primary Practice
1000 Mon Health Medical Park Dr Ste 1104
Morgantown, WV 26505
(304) 598-7296
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?An 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 1982952453.
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. Anita Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Rheumatologist near Morgantown, WV.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Anita Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital, Upmc Washington, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional 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 Anita Akhtar accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. Anita Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anita Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (304) 598-7296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anita Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (304) 598-7296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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