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Dr. Zahra Alsultan, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Carterville, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alsultan, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Carterville, IL?

    Dr. Zahra Alsultan, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Carterville, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alsultan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsultan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsultan’s office at (618) 985-3333.

    What languages does Dr. Alsultan speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Alsultan typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Alsultan 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. Alsultan. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Alsultan typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Zahra Alsultan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alsultan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alsultan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 985-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alsultan accept in Carterville, IL?

    Dr. Alsultan in Carterville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alsultan's office located?

    Dr. Zahra Alsultan's Primary Practice

    1400 Pin Oak Dr

    Carterville, IL 62918

    (618) 985-3333

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    Dr. Zahra Alsultan's Practice 2

    2601 W Main St

    Carbondale, IL 62901

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    What hospitals are Dr. Alsultan affiliated with?

    Dr. Alsultan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sih Herrin Hospital,Herrin, IL
    Ferrell Hospital,Eldorado, IL

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

    Dr. Alsultan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952893778.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsultan?

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

    What is Dr. Zahra Alsultan's specialty?

    Dr. Alsultan is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Carterville, IL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Zahra Alsultan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Alsultan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sih Herrin Hospital, Ferrell Hospital. 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Zahra Alsultan accepting new patients in Carterville, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Zahra Alsultan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zahra Alsultan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alsultan's office at (618) 985-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zahra Alsultan?

    Please contact Dr. Alsultan's office at (618) 985-3333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alsultan's office located?

    Dr. Alsultan's offices are located in Carterville, IL and Carbondale, IL.