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Dr. Anita Akhtar, MD

Rheumatologist, Internist

Morgantown, WV

Accepting patients

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.

    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:

    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

    • 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

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    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 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 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

    When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Anita Akhtar?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (304) 598-7296 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar's office is located in Morgantown, WV.