Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Akhtar?
Dr. Salman Akhtar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Akhtar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acute Coronary Syndromes, Endovascular Therapy, Heart Failure, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas, NV community, Dr. Akhtar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Akhtar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Cardiovascular Diseases; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Allama Iqbal Medical College
Is Dr. Akhtar board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Salman Akhtar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Akhtar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Akhtar 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 366-9522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhtar accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Akhtar in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Community Care Network
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
State of Nevada
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Salman Akhtar's Primary Practice
7020 Smoke Ranch Rd # 150
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 366-9522
What hospitals are Dr. Akhtar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Akhtar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639168966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhtar