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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zapata, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Sheena Zapata, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Zapata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zapata’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zapata’s office at (305) 596-1960.
What languages does Dr. Zapata speak?
Dr. Zapata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Zapata treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Zapata 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. Zapata. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Zapata perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sheena Zapata may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zapata's office.
Does Dr. Zapata accept my insurance?
Dr. Zapata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 596-1960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zapata accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Zapata in Miami, 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
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medica
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zapata's office located?
What is Dr. Zapata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zapata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003130808.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zapata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zapata
What is Dr. Sheena Zapata's specialty?
Dr. Zapata is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Miami, FL. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Zapata to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheena Zapata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zapata is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sheena Zapata accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sheena Zapata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheena Zapata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zapata's office at (305) 596-1960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheena Zapata?
Please contact Dr. Zapata's office at (305) 596-1960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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