Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbar, Hospitalist in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in McHenry, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akbar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbar’s office.
Is Dr. Akbar board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akbar speak?
Dr. Akbar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akbar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Akbar 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. Akbar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Akbar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Akbar may include:
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbar accept in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Akbar in McHenry, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akbar's office located?
What is Dr. Akbar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720096753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbar
What is Dr. Muhammad Akbar's specialty?
Dr. Akbar is a Hospitalist near McHenry, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Akbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Mercyhealth Hospital And Trauma Center - Janesville 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 Muhammad Akbar accepting new patients in McHenry, IL?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Akbar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Akbar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Akbar?
Please contact Dr. Akbar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Akbar have?
Dr. Muhammad Akbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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