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Dr. Cameron Akbari, MD

Dr. Cameron Akbari, MD

Washington, DC

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Akbari, Vascular Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Cameron Akbari, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Akbari completed his residency at University Of Connecticut School Med. Dr. Akbari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akbari’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akbari’s office at (202) 444-2255.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Akbari?

    Dr. Cameron Akbari, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Akbari empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arterial Bypass Surgery-Leg, Diabetic Leg/Foot, Endovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Akbari is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Akbari go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, Deaconess Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA USA

    • Residency: University Of Connecticut School Med | University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Is Dr. Akbari board certified in Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Cameron Akbari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1996, American Board of Surgery since 1999, American Board of Surgery since 2006, American Board of Surgery since 2008

    What languages does Dr. Akbari speak?

    Dr. Akbari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Akbari treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Akbari 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. Akbari. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Swelling
    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Generalized Edema
    • Full Body Swelling
    • Systemic Swelling
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R601: Generalized edema
    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Gangrene
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
    • PAD with Tissue Death
    • Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Left Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg
    • M79605: Pain in left leg

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking
    • Right leg claudication
    • PAD right leg pain with activity
    • Right leg artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
    • I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
    • Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg artery disease
    • PAD in both legs
    • Atherosclerosis of both legs
    • Left leg PAD with claudication
    • Left leg artery disease with pain
    • Intermittent claudication left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
    • I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD in Both Legs
    • Poor Circulation in Both Legs
    • Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Akbari perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Cameron Akbari may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akbari's office.

    Does Dr. Akbari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Akbari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Akbari accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Akbari in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Akbari's office located?

    Dr. Cameron Akbari also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Cameron Akbari's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-2255

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    Dr. Cameron Akbari's Practice 2

    110 Irving St NW # 1041

    Washington, DC 20010

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cameron Akbari?

    Dr. Akbari has appointments available at his Washington, DC office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Akbari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Akbari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609854645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbari?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbari

    What is Dr. Cameron Akbari's specialty?

    Dr. Akbari is a Vascular Surgeon near Washington, DC. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Akbari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cameron Akbari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Akbari is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Georgetown University 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

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    Is Cameron Akbari accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Cameron Akbari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cameron Akbari offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Akbari, or call (202) 444-2255 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Cameron Akbari?

    Yes, Dr. Akbari offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Akbari, or call (202) 444-2255 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cameron Akbari have?

    Dr. Cameron Akbari is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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