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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmerman, Hospitalist in Arlington Heights, IL?
Dr. Karen Zimmerman, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Arlington Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zimmerman graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Zimmerman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmerman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmerman’s office at (847) 618-5075.
Where did Dr. Zimmerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zimmerman speak?
Dr. Zimmerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zimmerman typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Zimmerman typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Zimmerman may include:
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zimmerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 618-5075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerman accept in Arlington Heights, IL?
Dr. Zimmerman in Arlington Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?
Dr. Karen Zimmerman's Primary Practice
800 W Central Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 618-5075
What is Dr. Zimmerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457517054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmerman
What is Dr. Karen Zimmerman's specialty?
Dr. Zimmerman is a Hospitalist near Arlington Heights, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Karen Zimmerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmerman is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Karen Zimmerman accepting new patients in Arlington Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Karen Zimmerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Zimmerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (847) 618-5075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Zimmerman?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (847) 618-5075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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