Dr. Rasheed Akhtar

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 46+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Rasheed Akhtar, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Mokena, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1978, having over 46 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center, Swedish Covenant Hospital. Dr. Rasheed Akhtar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Affiliated Oncologists, Llc. Dr. Rasheed Akhtar may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (708) 478-4302 to request Dr. Rasheed Akhtar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 19060 Everett Blvd
Mokena, IL 60448-1942

Phone 1: (708) 478-4302
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Rasheed Akhtar
Gender Male
PECOS ID 9436242583
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Hematology/Oncology

Experience

  • Over 46 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Rasheed Akhtar graduated from medical school in 1978.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1417992207
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, June 17, 2006

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • EHR - He does not 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Rasheed Akhtar

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Rasheed Akhtar has been primarily specialized in Hematology & Oncology for over 46 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
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    Hematology & Oncology
    An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Affiliated Oncologists, Llc


Practice Locations

19060 Everett Blvd
Mokena, IL 60448-1942
Phone: (708) 478-4302
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. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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