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Dr. Akbar Herekar, MD

Kennesaw, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herekar, Anesthesiologist in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Akbar Herekar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Herekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herekar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herekar’s office at (706) 721-8623.

    What languages does Dr. Herekar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Herekar treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Herekar 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. Herekar. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Acute pain after chest surgery
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain
    • Post-thoracotomy pain
    • Chest surgery pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
    • G8912: Acute post-thoracotomy pain

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Does Dr. Herekar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-8623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herekar accept in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Herekar in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Herekar's office located?

    Dr. Akbar Herekar's Primary Practice

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

    (706) 721-8623

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    Dr. Akbar Herekar's Practice 2

    1120 15th St

    Augusta, GA 30912

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    Dr. Akbar Herekar's Practice 3

    989 Saint Sebastian Way

    Augusta, GA 30912

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

    Dr. Herekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174937817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herekar?

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

    What is Dr. Akbar Herekar's specialty?

    Dr. Herekar is a Anesthesiologist near Kennesaw, GA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Herekar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akbar Herekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herekar is affiliated with Augusta University Medical Center 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Akbar Herekar accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Akbar Herekar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akbar Herekar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herekar's office at (706) 721-8623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akbar Herekar?

    Please contact Dr. Herekar's office at (706) 721-8623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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