Summary

Dr. Yasir Akhtar is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Aga Khan University Medical College and brings 24 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Akhtar practices at Select Specialty Hospital in Maryville, Tennessee. He focuses on treating conditions such as atherosclerosis, peripheral artery disease, and critical limb ischemia. His expertise includes performing peripheral artery angioplasty and aortic angiograms to help restore blood flow and diagnose heart conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 24 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Aga Khan University Medical College
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Yasir Naeem Akhtar

162 Bmh Physicians Office BldgMaryville, TN 37804

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24 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish
Maryville , TNNewport , TNKnoxville , TNKnoxville , TN
Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Yasir Naeem Akhtar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • First Health Network
  • Healthy Connections
  • Healthy Connections Medicaid SC
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Choice Care
  • Humana Medicare
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • MedCost
  • Medicare
  • Molina
  • Molina Medicaid
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • Select Health Medicaid
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Spectera
  • State Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
  • Wellcare Medicare

Medical Specialties

Yasir Naeem Akhtar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Yasir Naeem Akhtar has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Cardiogenic Shock
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College in 2002.

NPI Number

Yasir Naeem Akhtar's NPI number is 1013001098.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Yasir Akhtar speak?
Yasir Akhtar speaks Chinese and Spanish.
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Does Yasir Akhtar accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Yasir Akhtar affiliated with?
Yasir Akhtar is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital.

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