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Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Otolaryngologist

Auburn, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Akhtar, Otolaryngologist in Auburn, NY?

    Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Auburn, NY. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Akhtar 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akhtar affiliated with?

    Dr. Akhtar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Auburn Community Hospital,Auburn, NY
    Sanford Medical Center - Bismarck,Bismarck, ND
    Upmc Magee - Womens Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA
    Jones Memorial Hospital,Wellsville, NY

    What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?A 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 an Otolaryngologist near Auburn, NY.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Muhammad Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Akhtar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Auburn Community Hospital, Sanford Medical Center - Bismarck, Upmc Magee - Womens Hospital, Jones Memorial 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Muhammad Akhtar?

    Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office at (814) 362-5503 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar's office is located in Auburn, NY.