Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Zaru, Cardiologist in Norfolk, MA?
Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El-Zaru completed his residency at American University of Beirut Medical Center. Dr. El-Zaru is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Zaru’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Zaru’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Where did Dr. El-Zaru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: American University of Beirut Medical Center | Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. El-Zaru board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. El-Zaru speak?
Dr. El-Zaru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. El-Zaru typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. El-Zaru 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. El-Zaru. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. El-Zaru typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. El-Zaru performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. El-Zaru. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
- Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. El-Zaru accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Zaru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Zaru accept in Norfolk, MA?
Dr. El-Zaru in Norfolk, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El-Zaru's office located?
What is Dr. El-Zaru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Zaru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366440794.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Zaru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Zaru
What is Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru's specialty?
Dr. El-Zaru is a Cardiologist near Norfolk, MA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Zaru is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Emerson Health, Rhode Island 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
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Is Mohamad El-Zaru accepting new patients in Norfolk, MA?
Yes, Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Zaru's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohamad El-Zaru?
Please contact Dr. El-Zaru's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru have?
Dr. Mohamad El-Zaru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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