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Dr. Vaseem Akhtar, MD

Hematologist

Okeechobee, FL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akhtar, Hematologist in Okeechobee, FL?

    Dr. Vaseem Akhtar, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Okeechobee, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Akhtar completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Medical Oncology; Sisters Charity Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (863) 467-9000.

    Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Medical Oncology; Sisters Charity Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India

    What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?

    As a Hematologist, 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?

    As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vaseem 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 (863) 467-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Okeechobee, FL?

    Dr. Akhtar in Okeechobee, FL 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

    • Ultimate Healthcare Holdings

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Suite #J

    1713 US Highway 441 N Ste J

    Okeechobee, FL 34972

    (863) 467-9000

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    Dr. Vaseem Akhtar's Practice 2

    1900 Nebraska Ave Ste 2

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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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 1568660561.

    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. Vaseem Akhtar's specialty?

    Dr. Akhtar is a Hematologist near Okeechobee, FL.

    What does a Hematologist do?

    An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.

    Is Dr. Vaseem Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Lawnwood 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 Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematologist. 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. Vaseem Akhtar accepting new patients in Okeechobee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Vaseem Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vaseem Akhtar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (863) 467-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vaseem Akhtar?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (863) 467-9000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar's offices are located in Okeechobee, FL and Fort Pierce, FL.