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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akram, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jamshaid Akram is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akram is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akram’s office at (281) 332-2511.
What languages does Dr. Akram speak?
Dr. Akram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Akram treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
Which procedures does Dr. Akram perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jamshaid Akram may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akram's office.
Does Dr. Akram accept my insurance?
Dr. Akram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 332-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akram accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Akram in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
New Era Life Insurance
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akram's office located?
Dr. Jamshaid Akram's Primary Practice
915 Gessner Rd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77024
(281) 332-2511
What is Dr. Akram's NPI number?An 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 1124443288.
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. Jamshaid Akram's specialty?
Dr. Akram is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Akram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jamshaid Akram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akram is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Jamshaid Akram accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jamshaid Akram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jamshaid Akram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (281) 332-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jamshaid Akram?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (281) 332-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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