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Who is Dr. Akter, Pediatrician in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Shariar Akter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX. Dr. Akter is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akter’s office at (281) 725-5855.
What languages does Dr. Akter speak?
Dr. Akter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akter typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akter 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. Akter. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akter typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akter 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. Akter. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Akter accept my insurance?
Dr. Akter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 725-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akter accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Akter in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Care Service Corporation
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akter's office located?
Dr. Shariar Akter's Primary Practice
17520 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 300
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 725-5855
What is Dr. Akter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093133324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akter
What is Dr. Shariar Akter's specialty?
Dr. Akter is a Pediatrician near Sugar Land, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Shariar Akter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shariar Akter accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shariar Akter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shariar Akter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akter's office at (281) 725-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shariar Akter?
Please contact Dr. Akter's office at (281) 725-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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