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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhter, Gastroenterologist in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Ahmed Akhter, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akhter is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhter’s office at (219) 769-8340.
What languages does Dr. Akhter speak?
Dr. Akhter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhter treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Akhter 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. Akhter. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Which procedures does Dr. Akhter perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmed Akhter may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akhter's office.
Does Dr. Akhter accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 769-8340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhter accept in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Akhter in Crown Point, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akhter's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Akhter's Primary Practice
1205 S Main St Ste 201
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 769-8340
What is Dr. Akhter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194082578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhter
What is Dr. Ahmed Akhter's specialty?
Dr. Akhter is a Gastroenterologist near Crown Point, IN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Akhter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Akhter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhter is affiliated with Franciscan Health Crown Point 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Ahmed Akhter accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Akhter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Akhter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (219) 769-8340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Akhter?
Please contact Dr. Akhter's office at (219) 769-8340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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