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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Medical Oncologist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Farooq Akbar, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Akbar completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, 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 (270) 706-1535.
Where did Dr. Akbar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Farooq 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 Medical Oncologist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 706-1535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Akbar in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
Dr. Farooq Akbar's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(270) 706-1535
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 1396772117.
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. Farooq Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Medical Oncologist near Kennesaw, GA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Farooq Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Farooq Akbar accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Farooq Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farooq Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (270) 706-1535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farooq Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office at (270) 706-1535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farooq Akbar have?
Dr. Farooq Akbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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