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Dr. Sanaa Zafar, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zafar, Hospitalist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sanaa Zafar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Zafar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zafar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zafar’s office at (917) 664-1042.

    What languages does Dr. Zafar speak?

    Dr. Zafar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zafar typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zafar 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. Zafar. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zafar typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanaa Zafar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Zafar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Zafar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zafar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 664-1042 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zafar accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Zafar in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?

    Dr. Sanaa Zafar's Primary Practice

    1111 Amsterdam Ave

    New York, NY 10025

    (917) 664-1042

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    What is Dr. Zafar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518391978.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zafar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zafar

    What is Dr. Sanaa Zafar's specialty?

    Dr. Zafar is a Hospitalist near New York, NY.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sanaa Zafar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zafar is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, Bronxcare Health System, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sanaa Zafar accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sanaa Zafar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sanaa Zafar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (917) 664-1042 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sanaa Zafar?

    Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (917) 664-1042 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?

    Dr. Zafar's office is located in New York, NY.