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Dr. Zachary Affeldt, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bloomington, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Affeldt, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bloomington, MN?

    Dr. Zachary Affeldt, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Affeldt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Affeldt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Affeldt’s office at (651) 254-3456.

    What languages does Dr. Affeldt speak?

    Dr. Affeldt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Affeldt typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Affeldt 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. Affeldt. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Affeldt typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zachary Affeldt may include:

    Please contact Dr. Affeldt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Affeldt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Affeldt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 254-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Affeldt accept in Bloomington, MN?

    Dr. Affeldt in Bloomington, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Affeldt's office located?

    Dr. Zachary Affeldt's Primary Practice

    4300 Marketpointe Dr Ste 100

    Bloomington, MN 55435

    (651) 254-3456

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    Dr. Zachary Affeldt's Practice 2

    640 Jackson St

    Saint Paul, MN 55101

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    What hospitals are Dr. Affeldt affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Affeldt has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Cloud Hospital,Saint Cloud, MN
    Centracare - Rice Memorial Hospital,Willmar, MN
    Centracare - Monticello Hospital,Monticello, MN
    M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center,Princeton, MN
    M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank East Building,Minneapolis, MN

    What is Dr. Affeldt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Affeldt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215670807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Affeldt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Affeldt

    What is Dr. Zachary Affeldt's specialty?

    Dr. Affeldt is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bloomington, MN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Zachary Affeldt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Affeldt is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Zachary Affeldt accepting new patients in Bloomington, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Zachary Affeldt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zachary Affeldt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Affeldt's office at (651) 254-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zachary Affeldt?

    Please contact Dr. Affeldt's office at (651) 254-3456 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Affeldt's office located?

    Dr. Affeldt's offices are located in Bloomington, MN and Saint Paul, MN.