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Dr. Zackary Tushak, DO

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tushak, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Zackary Tushak, DO is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Tushak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tushak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tushak’s office at (757) 388-3934.

    What languages does Dr. Tushak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Tushak typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Tushak 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. Tushak. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • HCM (Obstructive)
    • Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
    • HCM
    • Thickened Heart Muscle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
    • I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Tushak typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Tushak performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tushak. 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Tushak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tushak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 388-3934 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tushak accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Tushak in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tushak's office located?

    Dr. Zackary Tushak's Primary Practice

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (757) 388-3934

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

    Dr. Tushak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316324288.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tushak?

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

    What is Dr. Zackary Tushak's specialty?

    Dr. Tushak is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Zackary Tushak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tushak is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Zackary Tushak accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Zackary Tushak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zackary Tushak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tushak's office at (757) 388-3934 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zackary Tushak?

    Please contact Dr. Tushak's office at (757) 388-3934 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tushak's office located?

    Dr. Tushak's office is located in Norfolk, VA.