Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharif, Hospitalist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Zakaria Sharif, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharif is fluent in English and Somali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharif’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharif’s office at (253) 426-6341.
What languages does Dr. Sharif speak?
Dr. Sharif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Somali
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sharif typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sharif 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. Sharif. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sharif typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Zakaria Sharif may include:
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharif accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-6341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharif accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Sharif in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
First Administrators
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharif's office located?
Dr. Zakaria Sharif's Primary Practice
11567 Canterwood Blvd
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 426-6341
What is Dr. Sharif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013570159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharif
What is Dr. Zakaria Sharif's specialty?
Dr. Sharif is a Hospitalist near Gig Harbor, WA.
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. Zakaria Sharif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharif is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Zakaria Sharif accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Zakaria Sharif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zakaria Sharif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office at (253) 426-6341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zakaria Sharif?
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office at (253) 426-6341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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