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Dr. Howard Zahalsky, MD

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Dr. Howard Zahalsky, MD

Arlington, VA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zahalsky, Internist in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Howard Zahalsky, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zahalsky completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zahalsky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zahalsky’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zahalsky’s office at (703) 525-4103.

    Where did Dr. Zahalsky go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Zahalsky board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Zahalsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zahalsky speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Zahalsky treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Zahalsky 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. Zahalsky. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Zahalsky perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Zahalsky may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zahalsky's office.

    Does Dr. Zahalsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zahalsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 525-4103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zahalsky accept in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Zahalsky in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zahalsky's office located?

    Dr. Howard Zahalsky's Primary Practice

    1715 N George Mason Dr Ste 501

    Arlington, VA 22205

    (703) 525-4103

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 3 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Howard Zahalsky an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Zahalsky has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Zahalsky, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Zahalsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376722496.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zahalsky?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Zahalsky's specialty?

    Dr. Zahalsky is a Internist near Arlington, VA.

    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. Zahalsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Zahalsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zahalsky is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Howard Zahalsky accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Zahalsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Zahalsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zahalsky's office at (703) 525-4103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Zahalsky?

    Please contact Dr. Zahalsky's office at (703) 525-4103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Zahalsky have?

    Dr. Howard Zahalsky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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