Dr. Tamara Zach, MD
Pediatric Neurologist
,Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurologist
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zach, Pediatric Neurologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Tamara Zach, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Zach graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She is a member of the Child Neurology Society, American Academy of Neurology, American Medical Association, and American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Zach is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zach’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zach’s office at (602) 865-4442.
Where did Dr. Zach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, BRONX, NY | Fellowship, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, N.Y.
Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center | Schneider Children's Hospital | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Zach board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Zach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Zach speak?
Dr. Zach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Zach treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Zach 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. Zach. 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:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Absence Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
- Spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
- Brain Disease
- Childbirth Problems
- HIE in Newborns
- Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
- Neonatal HIE
ICD-10 Codes:
- P9160: Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE], unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Zach perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamara Zach may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zach's office.
Does Dr. Zach accept my insurance?
Dr. Zach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 865-4442 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zach accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Zach in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zach's office located?
Dr. Tamara Zach's Primary Practice
22044 N 44th St Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 865-4442
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Child Neurology Society
Member
American Academy of Neurology
Member
American Medical Association
Member
American Academy of Pediatrics
Member
Awards
SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
Alumni Fund/Engel Scholarship Award
Magna Cum Laude
What is Dr. Zach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962638254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zach
What is Dr. Tamara Zach's specialty?
Dr. Zach is a Pediatric Neurologist near Phoenix, AZ. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Zach to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Zach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zach is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Desert 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 Tamara Zach accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Zach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Zach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zach's office at (602) 865-4442 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Zach?
Please contact Dr. Zach's office at (602) 865-4442 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Zach have?
Dr. Tamara Zach is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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