Expertise in
25
conditions

Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar

Gastroenterology
915 Old Fern Hill Road, Building B, Suite 300, 
West Chester, PA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
25
conditions
915 Old Fern Hill Road, Building B, Suite 300, 
West Chester, PA 

Overview

Nasir Akhtar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Internal Medicine, 2015 and Gastroenterology, 2019. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine, 2015
Gastroenterology, 2019

Fellowships

Geisinger Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Chester County Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avalon Health Care
  • MEDICARE PDP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
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  • POS
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Health Partners Plans
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Highmark
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Humana
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Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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Meridian Choice
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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Premera Blue Cross
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

West Chester Gastrointestinal Group West Chester
915 Old Fern Hill Road, Building B, Suite 300, West Chester, PA 19380

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Akhtar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

TissueCypher Barrett's esophagus assay impacts clinical decisions in the management of patients with Barrett's esophagus.
TissueCypher Barrett's esophagus assay impacts clinical decisions in the management of patients with Barrett's esophagus.
Journal: Endoscopy international open
Published: July 30, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar by calling their office at 800-789-7366. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar specialize in?

While Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar accept my insurance?

Dr. Nasir M. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-789-7366 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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