Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Sajjad Akhtar

Ophthalmology
Office
11704 Jamaica Ave, 
Richmond Hill, NY 
Expertise in
6
conditions
Office
11704 Jamaica Ave, 
Richmond Hill, NY 

Overview

Sajjad Akhtar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Richmond Hill, New York.

Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Diabetic Retinopathy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NY

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CenterLight Healthcare
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • 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
MetLife
  • PPO
MetroPlus Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
The Wellness Plan Medical Centers
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VNS Health
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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

Office
11704 Jamaica Ave, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sajjad Akhtar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sajjad Akhtar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sajjad Akhtar by calling their office at 718-847-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sajjad Akhtar a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sajjad Akhtar is classified as an Advanced expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Sajjad Akhtar specialize in?

While Dr. Sajjad Akhtar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Sajjad Akhtar accept my insurance?

Dr. Sajjad Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-847-3937 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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