40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akram, Pulmonologist in New Port Richey, FL?
Dr. Zahid Akram, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Port Richey, FL. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Akram graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SLEEP MEDICINE and AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CHEST PHYSICIANS. Dr. Akram is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akram’s office at (727) 375-7788.
Where did Dr. Akram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH, PA | PULMONARY DISEASE, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA/DAVIS VETERANS AFFAIRS MED CNTR, CA | University Of California-oakland
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | John Stroger Hospital of Cook County
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Akram board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Zahid Akram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akram speak?
Dr. Akram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akram typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Akram 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. Akram. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Akram typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zahid Akram may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Akram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akram accept my insurance?
Dr. Akram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 375-7788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akram accept in New Port Richey, FL?
Dr. Akram in New Port Richey, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sentara Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akram's office located?
Dr. Zahid Akram's Primary Practice
4746 Rowan Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 375-7788
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SLEEP MEDICINE
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CHEST PHYSICIANS
Member
What is Dr. Akram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154314821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akram
What is Dr. Zahid Akram's specialty?
Dr. Akram is a Pulmonologist near New Port Richey, FL.
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 this Dr. Zahid Akram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akram is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, Hca Florida Trinity 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zahid Akram accepting new patients in New Port Richey, FL?
Yes, Dr. Zahid Akram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zahid Akram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (727) 375-7788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zahid Akram?
Please contact Dr. Akram's office at (727) 375-7788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zahid Akram have?
Dr. Zahid Akram is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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