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Who is Dr. Zipper, Hospitalist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Paul Zipper, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zipper is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zipper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zipper’s office at (941) 917-7760.
What languages does Dr. Zipper speak?
Dr. Zipper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Zipper treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zipper 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. Zipper. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, 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
Which procedures does Dr. Zipper perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Zipper may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zipper's office.
Does Dr. Zipper accept my insurance?
Dr. Zipper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 917-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zipper accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Zipper in Sarasota, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
SummaCare
United American / Torchmark
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Where is Dr. Zipper's office located?
What is Dr. Zipper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zipper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295077204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zipper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zipper
What is Dr. Paul Zipper's specialty?
Dr. Zipper is a Hospitalist near Sarasota, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Zipper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Zipper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zipper is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota Campus, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Paul Zipper accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Zipper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Zipper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zipper's office at (941) 917-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Zipper?
Please contact Dr. Zipper's office at (941) 917-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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