17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aktas, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Mehmet Aktas, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Aktas graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University. He is a member of the Heart Rhythm Society. Dr. Aktas is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aktas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aktas’s office at (585) 275-4775.
Where did Dr. Aktas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Aktas board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mehmet Aktas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Aktas speak?
Dr. Aktas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Aktas typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Aktas 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. Aktas. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Aktas typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Aktas 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. Aktas. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Does Dr. Aktas accept my insurance?
Dr. Aktas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 275-4775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aktas accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Aktas in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aktas' office located?
Dr. Mehmet Aktas' Practice 3
1835 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd Ste 200
Penfield, NY 14526
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Heart Rhythm Society
Fellow
What is Dr. Aktas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aktas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689680498.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aktas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aktas
What is Dr. Mehmet Aktas's specialty?
Dr. Aktas is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Rochester, NY.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Mehmet Aktas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aktas is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center, Olean General 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mehmet Aktas accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mehmet Aktas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehmet Aktas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aktas's office at (585) 275-4775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehmet Aktas?
Please contact Dr. Aktas's office at (585) 275-4775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mehmet Aktas have?
Dr. Mehmet Aktas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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