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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 here.
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?
What is Dr. Zafar's NPI number?An 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 this 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 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 Sanaa Zafar?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (917) 664-1042 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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