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Who is Dr. Zimakas, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Burlington, VT?
Dr. Paul James Zimakas, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, VT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zimakas graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at McGill University. Dr. Zimakas is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimakas’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimakas’s office at (802) 847-6200.
Where did Dr. Zimakas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGill University
Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zimakas speak?
Dr. Zimakas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Zimakas typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Zimakas 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. Zimakas. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Addison Disease
- Underactive Adrenal Gland
- Adrenocortical Hypofunction
- Adrenal Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E2740: Unspecified adrenocortical insufficiency
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
- E300: Delayed puberty
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Zimakas typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul James Zimakas may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Zimakas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zimakas accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimakas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 847-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimakas accept in Burlington, VT?
Dr. Zimakas in Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Martin's Point Health Care
State of Vermont
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Where is Dr. Zimakas' office located?
Dr. Paul James Zimakas' Primary Practice
111 Colchester Ave
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 847-6200
What is Dr. Zimakas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimakas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770508566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimakas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimakas
What is Dr. Paul James Zimakas's specialty?
Dr. Zimakas is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Burlington, VT.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Paul James Zimakas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zimakas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Vermont Medical Center-Fanny Allen Campus. 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul James Zimakas accepting new patients in Burlington, VT?
Yes, Dr. Paul James Zimakas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul James Zimakas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimakas's office at (802) 847-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul James Zimakas?
Please contact Dr. Zimakas's office at (802) 847-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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