Dr. Asif Akhtar
Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) in Houston, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 35+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Asif Akhtar, MD, is a Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) specialist in Houston, Texas. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1989, having over 35 years of diverse experience, especially in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Methodist West Houston Hospital. Dr. Asif Akhtar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Interventional Cardiology, Katy Cardiovascular Services, Lp. Dr. Asif Akhtar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (281) 829-2226 to request Dr. Asif Akhtar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Asif Akhtar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2264452614 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 35 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Asif Akhtar graduated from medical school in 1989.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1801900352
- NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, August 19, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Asif Akhtar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Asif Akhtar has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 35 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine 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.
| L7957 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Katy, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Interventional Cardiology
| Interventional Cardiology | |
- Katy Cardiovascular Services, Lp
| Katy Cardiovascular Services, Lp | 14 |
Practice Locations
18400 Katy Fwy
Houston, TX 77094-1287
Phone: (281) 829-2226
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
19255 Park Row
Houston, TX 77084-7309
Phone: (281) 829-3860
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, May 21, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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