Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khalid, Internist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Zafar Khalid, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Khalid graduated from UNIVERSITY OF BAHUDDIN ZAKARIA and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Therapeutic Radiology. Dr. Khalid is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khalid’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khalid’s office at (219) 769-3550.
Where did Dr. Khalid go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Therapeutic Radiology | John Stroger Hospital of Cook County | Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Nishtar Medical College, Bahuddin Zakaria University | UNIVERSITY OF BAHUDDIN ZAKARIA | Multan Medical & Dental College
Is Dr. Khalid board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Zafar Khalid, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khalid speak?
Dr. Khalid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Khalid treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Khalid 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. Khalid. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Khalid perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zafar Khalid 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khalid's office.
Does Dr. Khalid accept my insurance?
Dr. Khalid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 769-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khalid accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Khalid in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khalid's office located?
What is Dr. Khalid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khalid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689657975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khalid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khalid
What is Dr. Zafar Khalid's specialty?
Dr. Khalid is a Internist near Merrillville, IN.
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.
Contact Dr. Khalid to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Zafar Khalid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khalid is affiliated with Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Zafar Khalid accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Zafar Khalid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zafar Khalid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khalid's office at (219) 769-3550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zafar Khalid?
Please contact Dr. Khalid's office at (219) 769-3550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zafar Khalid have?
Dr. Zafar Khalid is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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