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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zabelny, Internist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Kara Zabelny is an Internist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zabelny is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zabelny’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zabelny’s office at (956) 362-8677.
What languages does Dr. Zabelny speak?
Dr. Zabelny and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zabelny typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zabelny 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. Zabelny. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zabelny typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Zabelny 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. Zabelny. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Does Dr. Zabelny accept my insurance?
Dr. Zabelny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-8677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zabelny accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Zabelny in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zabelny's office located?
Dr. Kara Zabelny's Primary Practice
2222 N Nevada Ave Ste 4004
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(956) 362-8677
What is Dr. Zabelny's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zabelny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962897876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zabelny?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zabelny
What is Dr. Kara Zabelny's specialty?
Dr. Zabelny is a Internist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Kara Zabelny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zabelny is affiliated with Southwest Health System - Cortez, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Kara Zabelny accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kara Zabelny is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Zabelny offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zabelny's office at (956) 362-8677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Zabelny?
Please contact Dr. Zabelny's office at (956) 362-8677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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