Summary

Dr. Haroon Akhtar specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed his residency training in family medicine. With nearly three decades of experience in practice, Dr. Akhtar holds board certification in family medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital and practices at locations in Germantown and Rockville, Maryland. His expertise includes managing chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD and bronchitis. He performs essential diagnostic services including COVID-19 testing and rapid strep tests to help identify infections quickly. Patients have rated Dr. Akhtar an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 29 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Family Med
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Haroon Akhtar has 2 locations

Adventist Medical Group - Primary Care

19735 Germantown Rd Ste 310Germantown, MD 20874
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Adventist Medical Group - Primary Care & Endocrinology

9715 Medical Center Dr Ste 414Rockville, MD 20850
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Haroon Akhtar, MD, MBBSDr. Mahpara Qureshi, MDDr. Jason Lowery, MDDr. Kahsu Tsehay, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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3.9 
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29 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Germantown , MDGaithersburg , MDGermantown , MDSilver Spring , MD
Med School: Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: ECU Brody School of Medicine Med School: University of Gondar College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Haroon Akhtar

  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - EPO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - HMO
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - PPO
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Haroon Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Haroon Akhtar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Alternative Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Haroon Akhtar holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Maryland and Virginia. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Family Med.

Medical School

Graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College in 1998 and Lahore Medical and Dental College in 1997.

NPI Number

Haroon Akhtar's NPI number is 1164614764.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Haroon Akhtar's office located?
Haroon Akhtar's office is located at 19735 Germantown Rd Ste 310, Germantown, MD, 20874.
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Does Haroon Akhtar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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