Summary

With 45 years in gastroenterology, Dr. M. Akhtar treats Crohn's Disease and is affiliated with Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital. He earned his MD from UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden. Patients rate Dr. Akhtar 4 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Camden
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital

4200 Hospital RdCoal Township, PA 17866
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Med School: UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Camden Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by M. Nayeem Akhtar

  • AARP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

M. Nayeem Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

M. Nayeem Akhtar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

M. Nayeem Akhtar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Camden in 1991, East Carolina University School of Medicine in 1989, and Patna Medical College in 1981.

NPI Number

M. Nayeem Akhtar's NPI number is 1205833787.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does M. Akhtar speak?
M. Akhtar speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with M. Akhtar?
You can find contact information for M. Akhtar here on Vitals.
Where is M. Akhtar's office located?
M. Akhtar's office is located at 4200 Hospital Rd, Coal Township, PA, 17866.
Which hospitals is M. Akhtar affiliated with?
M. Akhtar is affiliated with Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital.
Does M. Akhtar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that M. Akhtar accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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