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Dr. Warqaa Akram, MD

Dr. Warqaa Akram, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

Greenville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akram, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Warqaa Akram, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Greenville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akram’s office at (252) 744-4110.

    What languages does Dr. Akram speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Akram typically treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Akram 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. Akram. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 4 hemorrhoids
    • Strangulated hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Akram typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. Warqaa Akram may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Akram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 744-4110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akram accept in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Akram in Greenville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Humana

    • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Akram's office located?

    Dr. Warqaa Akram's Primary Practice

    2100 Stantonsburg Rd

    Greenville, NC 27834

    (252) 744-4110

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    Dr. Warqaa Akram's Practice 2

    401 N Main St

    Kenansville, NC 28349

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    Dr. Warqaa Akram's Practice 3

    600 Moye Blvd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akram affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Akram has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ecu Health Medical Center,Greenville, NC
    Ecu Health Beaufort Hospital,Washington, NC
    Outer Banks Hospital,Nags Head, NC

    What is Dr. Akram's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Akram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821358748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akram?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akram

    What is Dr. Warqaa Akram's specialty?

    Dr. Akram is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Greenville, NC.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

    Is Dr. Warqaa Akram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akram is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Sentara Obici Hospital 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Warqaa Akram accepting new patients in Greenville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Warqaa Akram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Warqaa Akram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (252) 744-4110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Warqaa Akram?

    Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (252) 744-4110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akram's office located?

    Dr. Akram's offices are located in Greenville, NC and Kenansville, NC.