Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter

Infectious Disease
University Of Pennsylvania
3400 Civic Center Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
5
conditions
University Of Pennsylvania
3400 Civic Center Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Shafinaz Akhter is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Akhter is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strep Throat, Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Lymphangitis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Infectious Disease

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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

University of Pennsylvania
3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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.

4 Total Publications

Development and implementation of a nurse-led clinical decision support tool for urinary tract infection.
Development and implementation of a nurse-led clinical decision support tool for urinary tract infection.
Journal: Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE
Published: April 01, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter by calling their office at 215-662-6932. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter a top-rated expert for Strep Throat?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter is classified as an Advanced expert for Strep Throat, 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. Shafinaz N. Akhter specialize in?

While Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Strep Throat, Sepsis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.

Does Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strep Throat. You can view a list of Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter accept my insurance?

Dr. Shafinaz N. Akhter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-662-6932 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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