25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhrass, Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Firas Akhrass, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Akhrass graduated from University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Union Memorial Hospital Program. Dr. Akhrass is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhrass’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhrass’s office at (210) 614-8612.
Where did Dr. Akhrass go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Union Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhrass speak?
Dr. Akhrass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Akhrass typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Akhrass 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. Akhrass. 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 High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endocrine and Metabolic Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hormone Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Nutritional Deficiencies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8639: Personal history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Akhrass typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Akhrass 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. Akhrass. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Akhrass accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhrass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 614-8612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhrass accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Akhrass in San Antonio, TX 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akhrass' office located?
What is Dr. Akhrass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhrass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487636205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhrass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhrass
What is Dr. Firas Akhrass's specialty?
Dr. Akhrass is a Endocrinologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Firas Akhrass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhrass is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
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Is Firas Akhrass accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Firas Akhrass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas Akhrass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhrass's office at (210) 614-8612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas Akhrass?
Please contact Dr. Akhrass's office at (210) 614-8612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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