Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zakaria, Internist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zakaria is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zakaria’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zakaria’s office at (708) 620-4545.
What languages does Dr. Zakaria speak?
Dr. Zakaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zakaria typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zakaria 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. Zakaria. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zakaria typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Zakaria 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. Zakaria. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Zakaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Zakaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 620-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zakaria accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Zakaria in Palos Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zakaria's office located?
Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria also offers virtual visits
Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria's Primary Practice
13305 S Ridgeland Ave Unit A
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 620-4545
What is Dr. Zakaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zakaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912218272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zakaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zakaria
What is Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria's specialty?
Dr. Zakaria is a Internist near Palos Heights, IL.
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. Mhd Firas Zakaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zakaria is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Silver Cross Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mhd Firas Zakaria accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mhd Firas Zakaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zakaria's office at (708) 620-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mhd Firas Zakaria?
Please contact Dr. Zakaria's office at (708) 620-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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