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Dr. Zarish Umar

Hospitalist, Internist

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Umar, Hospitalist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Zarish Umar is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. Dr. Umar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umar’s office at (518) 525-1550.

    What languages does Dr. Umar speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Umar 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. Umar. 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 Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Zarish Umar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Umar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Umar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 525-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Umar accept in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Umar in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Umar's office located?

    Dr. Zarish Umar's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (518) 525-1550

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    What hospitals are Dr. Umar affiliated with?

    Dr. Umar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Milton S. Hershey Medical Center,Hershey, PA

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

    Dr. Umar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699150839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umar?

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

    What is Dr. Zarish Umar's specialty?

    Dr. Umar is a Hospitalist near Hershey, PA.

    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. Zarish Umar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Umar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Zarish Umar accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Zarish Umar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zarish Umar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Umar's office at (518) 525-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zarish Umar?

    Please contact Dr. Umar's office at (518) 525-1550 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Umar's office located?

    Dr. Umar's office is located in Hershey, PA.