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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Pediatrician in Lorain, OH?
Dr. Khalid Akbar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lorain, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akbar graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office.
Where did Dr. Akbar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Khalid Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in Lorain, OH?
Dr. Akbar in Lorain, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Enterprise Group Planning
Independence Health Group
Medical Mutual of Ohio
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
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 1396749370.
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. Khalid Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Pediatrician near Lorain, OH.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Khalid Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Khalid Akbar accepting new patients in Lorain, OH?
Yes, Dr. Khalid Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khalid Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khalid Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khalid Akbar have?
Dr. Khalid Akbar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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