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Who is Dr. Akhtar, Otolaryngologist in Auburn, NY?
Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Auburn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office at (814) 362-5503.
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhtar treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6522: Chronic serous otitis media, left ear
- H6521: Chronic serous otitis media, right ear
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Hay Fever
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Which procedures does Dr. Akhtar perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Muhammad Akhtar may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akhtar's office.
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 362-5503 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Auburn, NY?
Dr. Akhtar in Auburn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Akhtar's Primary Practice
77 Nelson St Ste 240
Auburn, NY 13021
(814) 362-5503
Dr. Muhammad Akhtar's Practice 3
195 Pleasant St Unit 2
Bradford, PA 16701
(814) 362-5503
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?An 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 1558307967.
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. Muhammad Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Otolaryngologist near Auburn, NY. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Akhtar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akhtar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Auburn Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Akhtar accepting new patients in Auburn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (814) 362-5503 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (814) 362-5503 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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