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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zakem, Radiation Oncologist in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Sara Zakem, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tempe, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zakem is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zakem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zakem’s office at (360) 697-8000.
What languages does Dr. Zakem speak?
Dr. Zakem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Zakem typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Zakem 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. Zakem. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Zakem typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Zakem may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Zakem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zakem accept my insurance?
Dr. Zakem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 697-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zakem accept in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Zakem in Tempe, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Cigna Group
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Zakem's office located?
What is Dr. Zakem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zakem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134582158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zakem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zakem
What is Dr. Sara Zakem's specialty?
Dr. Zakem is a Radiation Oncologist near Tempe, AZ.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Sara Zakem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zakem is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az 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 Sara Zakem accepting new patients in Tempe, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sara Zakem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Zakem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zakem's office at (360) 697-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Zakem?
Please contact Dr. Zakem's office at (360) 697-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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