33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zahir, Internist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Azhar Zahir is an Internist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Zahir completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zahir is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zahir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zahir’s office at (575) 527-2600.
Where did Dr. Zahir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale Hopsital Medical Center
Is Dr. Zahir board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Azhar Zahir is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zahir speak?
Dr. Zahir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zahir typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zahir 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. Zahir. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zahir typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Zahir performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Zahir. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Zahir accept my insurance?
Dr. Zahir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 527-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zahir accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Zahir in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zahir's office located?
Dr. Azhar Zahir's Primary Practice
3865 E Lohman Ave Ste 3
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 527-2600
What is Dr. Zahir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750465258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zahir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zahir
What is Dr. Azhar Zahir's specialty?
Dr. Zahir is a Internist near Las Cruces, NM.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Azhar Zahir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zahir is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Three Crosses Regional Hospital, Christus Health, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Azhar Zahir accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Azhar Zahir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azhar Zahir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zahir's office at (575) 527-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azhar Zahir?
Please contact Dr. Zahir's office at (575) 527-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Azhar Zahir have?
Dr. Azhar Zahir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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