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Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4

(53 Ratings)

Specializes in: Primary Care and Adult Endocrinology

Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: thyroid problems, diabetes

19550 Governors Highway
Flossmoor, IL 60422

1-855-826-3878

Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 is a primary care doctor in Flossmoor, IL specializing in primary care and adult endocrinology. He graduated from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine and PRIMARY HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES SC.

Office Locations

Address:

19550 Governors Highway
Flossmoor, IL 60422

Some issues Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

**Gender**
Male	224
Female	350

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	287
Black	255
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	56
Less than 65	100

blood draw	298
diabetes management	146
doctor visit	2171
hormone therapy	263
hospital care	494
injections	263
inpatient care	495
lab tests	1411
preventive care	364
thyroid function tests	170
vaccines	53

**Gender**
Male	217
Female	329

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	301
Black	214
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	248
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	47
Less than 65	93

blood draw	170
diabetes management	60
doctor visit	1560
hospital care	531
inpatient care	519
lab tests	663
outpatient care	12
preventive care	198
thyroid function tests	85
vaccines	46

**Gender**
Male	404
Female	614

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	564
Black	402
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	452
From 75 to 84	276
85 and over	94
Less than 65	196

blood draw	58
doctor visit	1727
hospital care	1363
inpatient care	1347
outpatient care	16
preventive care	72
vaccines	63

**Gender**
Male	218
Female	354

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	288
Black	255
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	252
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	42
Less than 65	119

blood draw	60
doctor visit	1615
hormone therapy	22948
hospital care	1269
injections	22948
inpatient care	1245
outpatient care	24
preventive care	53
vaccines	57

**Gender**
Male	235
Female	351

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	275
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	178
85 and over	52
Less than 65	112

blood draw	13
doctor visit	1478
hormone therapy	27098
hospital care	1954
injections	27098
inpatient care	1937
outpatient care	17
preventive care	2
vaccines	6

**Gender**
Male	259
Female	380

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	299
Black	306
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	273
From 75 to 84	194
85 and over	67
Less than 65	105

doctor visit	1716
hormone therapy	13398
hospital care	1708
injections	13398
inpatient care	1690
outpatient care	18
preventive care	60
vaccines	64

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	383

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	292
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	209
85 and over	71
Less than 65	89

doctor visit	991
hospital care	1590
inpatient care	1591
preventive care	39
vaccines	43

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	310

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	270
Black	220
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	215
From 75 to 84	178
85 and over	64
Less than 65	68

doctor visit	1144
hospital care	1359
inpatient care	1360
preventive care	30
vaccines	34

**Gender**
Male	189
Female	314

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	255
Black	209
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	214
From 75 to 84	161
85 and over	68
Less than 65	60

doctor visit	950
hospital care	1149
inpatient care	1150
preventive care	49
vaccines	53

**Gender**
Male	187
Female	266

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	220
Black	196
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	183
From 75 to 84	160
85 and over	51
Less than 65	59

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 treated as a primary care doctor in Flossmoor, IL were hormone therapy, injections, lab tests and hospital care.

abdominal imaging	20
blood draw	170
cardiac procedures	13
diabetes management	142
doctor visit	1567
hormone therapy	12840
hospital care	1233
injections	12840
inpatient care	1225
lab tests	1397
musculoskeletal imaging	93
outpatient care	17
preventive care	151
thyroid function tests	174
ultrasound (sonogram)	46
vaccines	52
vascular procedures	13
X-rays	93

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4.

**Gender**
Male	240
Female	365

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	262
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	308
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	18
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	182
85 and over	61
Less than 65	100
65 to 74	262

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	15
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	64
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Cancer	15
Dementia	16

Education & Training

Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 graduated from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. He completed residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn. He is certified by the Board Certification: Internal Medicine and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn

Board Certification: Board Certification: Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Chicago Medicine

PRIMARY HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES SC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, Aetna POS, Medicare, Humana, PHCS PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United W500 Emergent Wrap, Aetna Better Health *see insurance page, United Options (PPO), CountyCare *see insurance page, BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only), United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only), University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP), United Choice HMO (specialists only), BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only), Aetna HMO (specialists only) and United Choice Plus POS/PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 accepts the following insurance providers:

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Aetna PPO

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA POS

CIGNA HMO

MultiPlan PPO

Medicare Advantage

Aetna POS

Medicare

Humana

PHCS PPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

United W500 Emergent Wrap

Aetna Better Health *see insurance page

United Options (PPO)

CountyCare *see insurance page

BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only)

United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only)

University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP)

United Choice HMO (specialists only)

BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only)

Aetna HMO (specialists only)

United Choice Plus POS/PPO

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 53 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4 from all over the web to help you find the right in Flossmoor, IL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Akbar Rahmani, MD, MD 4. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$1,165 FARXIGA $794	BYDUREON WEEKLY $67	BYDUREON $62	DUTOPROL $43	BYDUREON PEN $40	Other $160
Lilly USA, LLC	$1,120 TRULICITY $303	GLYXAMBI $234	HUMALOG $184	JARDIANCE $176	TRADJENTA $102	Other $122
Novo Nordisk Inc	$838 Victoza $289	Tresiba $271	Ozempic $61	NovoLog $48	Saxenda $38	Other $130
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$827 TOUJEO $350	LANTUS $252	APIDRA $172	AFREZZA $52
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$461 INVOKANA $222	meters $150	INVOKAMET $28	XARELTO $15	$45
Other	$2,188 LEVITRA $239	JANUMET XR $168	Edarbyclor $135	FreeStyle InsuLinx system $107	DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER $98	Other $1,441

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$6,520
Education	$79

Biography

Dr. Akbar Rahmani specializes in adult endocrinology and primary care and practices in Flossmoor, IL. Dr. Rahmani is conversant in Persian. His clinical interests encompass diabetes and thyroid problems. He is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine. He graduated from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences and then he performed his residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn and Rush University Medical Center. His average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Blue California, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Rahmani accepts.