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

Overview

Nasir Akhtar is a Gastroenterologist in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency

Geisinger Hospital

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology, 2019
Internal Medicine, 2015

Fellowships

Geisinger Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Chester County Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

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

West Chester Gastrointestinal Group West Chester
915 Old Fern Hill Road, Building B, Suite 300, West Chester, PA 19380
Other Locations
West Chester Gastrointestinal Group Exton
770 West Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA 19341

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.


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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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