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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zia, Internist in Garner, NC?
Dr. Shams Zia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Garner, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Zia is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zia’s office at (919) 576-2330.
Is Dr. Zia board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shams Zia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zia speak?
Dr. Zia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zia typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zia diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Zia. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Citrate in Urine
- Metabolic Disorder
- Urine and Urination
- Hypocitraturia
- Low urinary citrate
- Citrate deficiency in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82991: Hypocitraturia
Also known as:
- High Calcium in Urine
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Urine and Urination
- Hypercalciuria
- Excess Calcium Excretion
- Calcium in Urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82994: Hypercalciuria
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zia typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shams Zia may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Zia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zia accept my insurance?
Dr. Zia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 576-2330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zia accept in Garner, NC?
Dr. Zia in Garner, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zia's office located?
What is Dr. Zia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407029044.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zia
What is Dr. Shams Zia's specialty?
Dr. Zia is a Internist near Garner, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Shams Zia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zia is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shams Zia accepting new patients in Garner, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shams Zia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shams Zia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zia's office at (919) 576-2330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shams Zia?
Please contact Dr. Zia's office at (919) 576-2330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shams Zia have?
Dr. Shams Zia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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