35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Akhlaghi, Internist in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhlaghi completed his residency at St. Raphael's Hospital. Dr. Akhlaghi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhlaghi’s office at (301) 279-6021.
Where did Dr. Akhlaghi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Raphael's Hospital
Medical School: Faculty Of Med University Of Teheran
Is Dr. Akhlaghi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhlaghi speak?
Dr. Akhlaghi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akhlaghi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akhlaghi 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. Akhlaghi. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akhlaghi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Akhlaghi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhlaghi accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Akhlaghi's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Akhlaghi's office located?
Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi's Primary Practice
9901 Medical Center Dr
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 279-6021
What is Dr. Akhlaghi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhlaghi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124019062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhlaghi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhlaghi
What is Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi's specialty?
Dr. Akhlaghi is a Internist near Rockville, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akhlaghi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Mehrdad Akhlaghi accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhlaghi's office at (301) 279-6021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehrdad Akhlaghi?
Please contact Dr. Akhlaghi's office at (301) 279-6021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi have?
Dr. Mehrdad Akhlaghi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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