Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmern, Surgeon in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Andrea Zimmern, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Zimmern graduated from New York Medical College and completed her residency at State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook. Dr. Zimmern is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmern’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmern’s office at (732) 388-2422.
Where did Dr. Zimmern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St Vincent Health Center | University of Illinois at Chicago Medical College
Residency: State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook | State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook
Medical School: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Zimmern board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Zimmern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zimmern speak?
Dr. Zimmern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Zimmern treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Zimmern 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. Zimmern. 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:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Anal Itching
- Anal Disorder
- Itching
- Pruritus Ani
- Itchy Anus
- Perianal Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L290: Pruritus ani
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Which procedures does Dr. Zimmern perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Andrea Zimmern may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zimmern's office.
Does Dr. Zimmern accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 388-2422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmern accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Zimmern in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zimmern's office located?
Dr. Andrea Zimmern's Primary Practice
900 Northern Blvd Ste 100
Great Neck, NY 11021
(732) 388-2422
What is Dr. Zimmern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669641296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmern
What is Dr. Andrea Zimmern's specialty?
Dr. Zimmern is a Surgeon near Great Neck, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Zimmern to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrea Zimmern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmern is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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 Andrea Zimmern accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Zimmern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Zimmern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmern's office at (732) 388-2422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Zimmern?
Please contact Dr. Zimmern's office at (732) 388-2422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrea Zimmern have?
Dr. Andrea Zimmern is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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