Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD
Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD
Overview
Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD works in Cedar Rapids, IA as
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
Insurance Accepted
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Medicare
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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Curative EPOCurative PPOCurative PPO Plus
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Medicaid
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MultiPlan PPO
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Navigate HMO
Locations
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Physicians Clinic of Iowa PC202 10th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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Capital City Orthopaedics12201 Renfert Way Ste 370, Austin, TX 78758
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St Luke's Methodist Hospital1026 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids701 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Patient Satisfaction
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AWESOME!!! 7.5 years ago I had my hip replacement and I am normal now for years! I was in daily pain, had to stop while going on walks, felt loose cartilage in my hip joint! It made pain radiate down my leg, my back was sore so I would get steroid shots...all before I turned 60! I was driving after 3-4 weeks. I did my PT at home and used my walker a few weeks. I would 'highly' recommend Dr. Akhtar. Now I wish he was nearby to check out my other hip now. He is a blessing! Yes, I would call him 'no doubts about it'! I was so lucky to have Dr. Akhtar replace my hip after the many horror stories I have heard since!
About Me
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Board Certifications
- Orthopedic Surgery
Internship
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MICHIGAN STATE University
2004
Residency
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MICHIGAN STATE University
2008
Fellowship
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University of Pennsylvania
2009
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. Akhtar accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Akhtar accepts here.
Dr. Akhtar's office is located at 202 10th St Se Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Dr. Akhtar frequently sees patients for
Dr. Akhtar has a star rating of 4.5/5 and has been reviewed 42 times.
Dr. Akhtar is board certified in
Hospital Affiliations
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Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
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Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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