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Dr. Herman Zaharowitz, MD

St Petersburg, FL

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zaharowitz, Nephrologist in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Herman Zaharowitz, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Zaharowitz graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila and completed his residency at Long Island Coll Hosp, Nephrology; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaharowitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaharowitz’s office at (727) 528-8992.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Coll Hosp, Nephrology; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Flushing Hospital Med Center

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Zaharowitz board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Herman Zaharowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zaharowitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Zaharowitz typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Zaharowitz 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. Zaharowitz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Joint Disease
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Condition
    • Joint Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M129: Arthropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Open wound on foot
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Foot cut
    • Foot gash
    • Foot injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S91301D: Unspecified open wound, right foot, subsequent encounter

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Zaharowitz typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Herman Zaharowitz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zaharowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaharowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 528-8992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaharowitz accept in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Zaharowitz in St Petersburg, 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zaharowitz's office located?

    Dr. Herman Zaharowitz's Primary Practice

    4957 38th Ave N Ste C

    St Petersburg, FL 33710

    (727) 528-8992

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

    Dr. Zaharowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285736934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaharowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Herman Zaharowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Zaharowitz is a Nephrologist near St Petersburg, FL.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is this Dr. Herman Zaharowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zaharowitz 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore 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 Herman Zaharowitz accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Herman Zaharowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herman Zaharowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaharowitz's office at (727) 528-8992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Herman Zaharowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Zaharowitz's office at (727) 528-8992 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Herman Zaharowitz have?

    Dr. Herman Zaharowitz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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