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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zar, Nephrologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Tausif Zar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zar’s office at (602) 974-1763.
What languages does Dr. Zar speak?
Dr. Zar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Zar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Zar 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. Zar. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney and Ureter Problem
- Renal and Ureteral Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Complication
- Kidney Graft Problem
- Post-Kidney Transplant Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant
Which procedures does Dr. Zar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tausif Zar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zar's office.
Does Dr. Zar accept my insurance?
Dr. Zar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 974-1763 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zar accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Zar in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zar's office located?
Dr. Tausif Zar's Primary Practice
5981 E Grant Rd Ste 109
Tucson, AZ 85712
(602) 974-1763
Dr. Tausif Zar's Practice 2
10615 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 155
Sun City, AZ 85351
(602) 974-1763
What is Dr. Zar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396889358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zar
What is Dr. Tausif Zar's specialty?
Dr. Zar is a Nephrologist near Tucson, AZ. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Zar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tausif Zar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zar is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital 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 Tausif Zar accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Tausif Zar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tausif Zar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zar's office at (602) 974-1763 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tausif Zar?
Please contact Dr. Zar's office at (602) 974-1763 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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