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Dr. Iraj Akhavan, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist

New York, NY

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akhavan, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Iraj Akhavan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhavan graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Pulmonary Diseases; New Rochelle Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Westchester Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Akhavan is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhavan’s office at (212) 333-7661.

    Where did Dr. Akhavan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Pulmonary Diseases; New Rochelle Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Westchester Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Harlem Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | Iran University Of Med Science Tehran Iran | Tehran University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Akhavan board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Iraj Akhavan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Akhavan speak?

    Dr. Akhavan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akhavan typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akhavan 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. Akhavan. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    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:

    • 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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akhavan typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Iraj Akhavan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Akhavan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akhavan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 333-7661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akhavan accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Akhavan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Healthfirst New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?

    Dr. Iraj Akhavan's Primary Practice

    315 W 50th St

    New York, NY 10019

    (212) 333-7661

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    What hospitals are Dr. Akhavan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Akhavan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Akhavan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Akhavan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598763906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhavan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhavan

    What is Dr. Iraj Akhavan's specialty?

    Dr. Akhavan is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Iraj Akhavan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akhavan is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Iraj Akhavan accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Iraj Akhavan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Iraj Akhavan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office at (212) 333-7661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Iraj Akhavan?

    Please contact Dr. Akhavan's office at (212) 333-7661 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Akhavan's office located?

    Dr. Akhavan's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Iraj Akhavan have?

    Dr. Iraj Akhavan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.