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Dr. Ayesha Akbar, MD

Dr. Ayesha Akbar, MD

Frankfort, IL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akbar, Endocrinologist in Frankfort, IL?

    Dr. Ayesha Akbar, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Frankfort, IL. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akbar completed her residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office at (815) 464-7212.

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

    • Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan

    Is Dr. Akbar board certified in Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ayesha 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 Dr. Akbar treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Subclinical Iodine Deficiency Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Medication-Caused Underactive Thyroid
    • Exogenous Hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity
    • Mild Iodine Deficiency Hypothyroidism
    • Borderline Underactive Thyroid from Iodine Lack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E032: Hypothyroidism due to medicaments and other exogenous substances
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
    • E02: Subclinical iodine-deficiency hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
    • Long-term tiredness
    • Persistent fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Goiter
    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Enlarged Thyroid Gland
    • Simple Goiter
    • Thyroid Swelling
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Syndrome
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Insulin Resistance Syndrome
    • Syndrome X

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Premenstrual Syndrome
    • PMS
    • Premenstrual Tension
    • PMT

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N943: Premenstrual tension syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 464-7212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Frankfort, IL?

    Dr. Akbar in Frankfort, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?

    Dr. Ayesha Akbar's Primary Practice

    10181 W Lincoln Hwy

    Frankfort, IL 60423

    (815) 464-7212

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    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 1407809064.

    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. Ayesha Akbar's specialty?

    Dr. Akbar is a Endocrinologist near Frankfort, IL. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Akbar to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage 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

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    Is Ayesha Akbar accepting new patients in Frankfort, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Ayesha Akbar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (815) 464-7212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ayesha Akbar?

    Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (815) 464-7212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ayesha Akbar have?

    Dr. Ayesha Akbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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