21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Pulmonologist in West Bend, WI?
Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in West Bend, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Akbar graduated from Aga Khan University and completed his residency at St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (262) 928-4695.
Where did Dr. Akbar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine | Monmouth Medical Center Program
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Aga Khan University
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?
Dr. Akbar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akbar 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. Akbar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akbar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Akbar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 928-4695 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in West Bend, WI?
Dr. Akbar in West Bend, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Akbar's Primary Practice
3200 Pleasant Valley Rd
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 928-4695
What is Dr. Akbar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093767899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbar
What is Dr. Muhammad Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Pulmonologist near West Bend, WI.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah 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
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Is Muhammad Akbar accepting new patients in West Bend, WI?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (262) 928-4695 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (262) 928-4695 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Akbar have?
Dr. Muhammad Akbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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