38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zakko, Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zakko completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Gastroenterology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF LIVER DISEASE, AMERICAN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GASTROENTEROLOGY, and AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS. Dr. Zakko is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zakko’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zakko’s office at (954) 202-7850.
Where did Dr. Zakko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: GASTROENTEROLOGY/HEPATOLOGY, BRIGHAM & WOMEN'S HOSPITAL, BOSTON, MA
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Gastroenterology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Zakko board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zakko speak?
Dr. Zakko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Zakko treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Zakko 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. Zakko. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Does Dr. Zakko accept my insurance?
Dr. Zakko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 202-7850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zakko accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Zakko in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Auxiant
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zakko's office located?
Dr. Wisam Zakko's Primary Practice
2021 E Commercial Blvd Ste 202
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 202-7850
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF LIVER DISEASE
Member
AMERICAN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
Awards
South Florida Super Doctors
What is Dr. Zakko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zakko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730291006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zakko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zakko
What is Dr. Wisam Zakko's specialty?
Dr. Zakko is a Specialist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. Contact Dr. Zakko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wisam Zakko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zakko is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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
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Is Wisam Zakko accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Wisam Zakko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wisam Zakko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zakko's office at (954) 202-7850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wisam Zakko?
Please contact Dr. Zakko's office at (954) 202-7850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wisam Zakko have?
Dr. Wisam Zakko is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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