Summary

With 48 years in oncology, hematology, and hospital medicine, Dr. Rasheed Akhtar is affiliated with Swedish Hospital. He earned his medical degree from Osmania Medical College and sees patients in Oak Lawn, Illinois. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Akhtar 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Osmania Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 4 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Advocate Christ Medical Center

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

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48 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English
Oak Lawn , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rasheed Akhtar

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rasheed Akhtar has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rasheed Akhtar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hematology
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1417992207.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Rasheed Akhtar accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Rasheed Akhtar accepting new patients?
Dr. Rasheed Akhtar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Does Dr. Rasheed Akhtar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rasheed Akhtar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Rasheed Akhtar speak?
Dr. Rasheed Akhtar speaks Spanish and Tagalog.

Data Sources

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