36 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Begum Akhtar, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Begum Akhtar completed her residency at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center (Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center) - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago. Dr. Begum Akhtar is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Begum Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Begum Akhtar’s office at (773) 202-8444.
Where did Dr. Begum Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center (Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center) - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago
Medical School: Dhaka University Jahural Islam Medical College, Bangladesh
What languages does Dr. Begum Akhtar speak?
Dr. Begum Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Begum Akhtar typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Begum 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. Begum 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Begum Akhtar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Begum Akhtar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Begum Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Begum Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 202-8444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Begum Akhtar accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Begum Akhtar in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Begum Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar's Primary Practice
7447 W Talcott Ave Ste 245
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 202-8444
What is Dr. Begum Akhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Begum Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780687368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Begum Akhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Begum Akhtar
What is Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Begum Akhtar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Begum Akhtar is affiliated with Resurrection Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rokeya Begum Akhtar accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rokeya Begum Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Begum Akhtar's office at (773) 202-8444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rokeya Begum Akhtar?
Please contact Dr. Begum Akhtar's office at (773) 202-8444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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