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Dr. Akhter Khan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Russellville, KY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Russellville, KY?

    Dr. Akhter Khan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Russellville, KY. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Khan completed his residency at St Vincent's Hosp & Med Ctr. Dr. Khan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khan’s office at (270) 726-4011.

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

    • Residency: St Vincent's Hosp & Med Ctr

    • Medical School: University of Sind, Liaquat Medical College | Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    What languages does Dr. Khan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Rhinovirus Bronchitis
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Viral Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold from Rhinovirus
    • Acute Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J206: Acute bronchitis due to rhinovirus

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Tietze Syndrome
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Chondrocostal junction syndrome
    • Chest wall pain
    • Costochondritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Akhter Khan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Khan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 726-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Russellville, KY?

    Dr. Khan in Russellville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Khan's office located?

    Dr. Akhter Khan's Primary Practice

    1625 Nashville St

    Russellville, KY 42276

    (270) 726-4011

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    What hospitals are Dr. Khan affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Khan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tristar Skyline Medical Center,Nashville, TN
    The Medical Center At Caverna,Horse Cave, KY
    Uofl Health - Uofl Hospital,Louisville, KY

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

    Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306895081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?

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

    What is Dr. Akhter Khan's specialty?

    Dr. Khan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Russellville, KY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Akhter Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Twin County Regional Healthcare 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Akhter Khan accepting new patients in Russellville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Akhter Khan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akhter Khan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (270) 726-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akhter Khan?

    Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (270) 726-4011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Khan's office located?

    Dr. Khan's office is located in Russellville, KY.