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Dr. Debra Zharnest, MD

New Brunswick, NJ

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    Who is Dr. Zharnest, Pediatrician in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Debra Zharnest, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Zharnest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zharnest’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zharnest’s office at (732) 235-6968.

    What languages does Dr. Zharnest speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zharnest treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zharnest 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. Zharnest. 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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Enteroviral Stomatitis
    • Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
    • HFMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Zharnest perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Debra Zharnest may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zharnest's office.

    Does Dr. Zharnest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zharnest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-6968 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zharnest accept in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Zharnest in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geico

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zharnest's office located?

    Dr. Debra Zharnest's Primary Practice

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    (732) 235-6968

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    Dr. Debra Zharnest's Practice 2

    150 Bergen St

    Newark, NJ 07103

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

    Dr. Zharnest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790274520.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zharnest?

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

    What is Dr. Debra Zharnest's specialty?

    Dr. Zharnest is a Pediatrician near New Brunswick, NJ. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Zharnest to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Debra Zharnest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zharnest is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital - Newark. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Debra Zharnest accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Zharnest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Debra Zharnest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zharnest's office at (732) 235-6968 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Debra Zharnest?

    Please contact Dr. Zharnest's office at (732) 235-6968 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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