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Who is Dr. Zibari, Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Gazi Zibari, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Zibari completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Zibari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zibari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zibari’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zibari?
Dr. Gazi Zibari, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zibari empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in General Surgery, Transplant Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport/LA community, Dr. Zibari is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Zibari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
Is Dr. Zibari board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gazi Zibari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zibari speak?
Dr. Zibari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zibari treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Zibari 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. Zibari. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
What procedures does Dr. Zibari perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Zibari 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. Zibari. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Partial Liver Removal Surgery
- Liver Cyst or Abscess Drainage
- Partial Hepatectomy
- Liver Lobectomy
- Liver Resection
- Liver Cyst Marsupialization
- Liver Abscess Drainage
- Surgical Drainage of Liver Cyst
- Liver Lesion Pouch Creation
CPT Codes:
- 47120: Hepatectomy, resection of liver; partial lobectomy
- 47300: Marsupialization of cyst or abscess of liver
Also known as:
- Whipple Procedure
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Whipple operation
- Pancreas cancer surgery
- Pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy
CPT Codes:
- 48150: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with total duodenectomy, partial gastrectomy, choledochoenterostomy and gastrojejunostomy (Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Pancreas Transplant
- Pancreatic Allograft
- Pancreas Transplantation Surgery
- New Pancreas Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 48554: Transplantation of pancreatic allograft
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Organ Fluid Drainage
- Percutaneous Fluid Drainage
- Abscess Drainage (Image-Guided)
- Organ Cyst Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 49405: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); visceral (eg, kidney, liver, spleen, lung/mediastinum), percutaneous
Also known as:
- Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
- Wedge Liver Biopsy
- Surgical Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
- Renal Allotransplantation
- Kidney Graft Implantation
- New Kidney Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy
Also known as:
- Ureter-to-Ureter Connection (Ureteroureterostomy)
- Ureter Reconnection Surgery
- Ureter Repair Surgery
- Ureter Anastomosis
CPT Codes:
- 50760: Ureteroureterostomy
Also known as:
- Ureter Stent Insertion
- Ureteral Stent Placement
- Ureterotomy with Stent
- Kidney Tube Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 50605: Ureterotomy for insertion of indwelling stent, all types
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy
- Minimally Invasive Kidney Removal
- Keyhole Radical Nephrectomy
- Kidney Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50545: Laparoscopy, surgical; radical nephrectomy (includes removal of Gerota's fascia and surrounding fatty tissue, removal of regional lymph nodes, and adrenalectomy)
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Adrenalectomy
- Adrenal Gland Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Adrenal Gland Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 60650: Laparoscopy, surgical, with adrenalectomy, partial or complete, or exploration of adrenal gland with or without biopsy, transabdominal, lumbar or dorsal
Also known as:
- Abdominal Lymph Node Dissection
- Regional Lymphadenectomy
- Celiac Lymph Node Removal
- Peripancreatic Lymph Node Excision
CPT Codes:
- 38747: Abdominal lymphadenectomy, regional, including celiac, gastric, portal, peripancreatic, with or without para-aortic and vena caval nodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Zibari accept my insurance?
Dr. Zibari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zibari accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Zibari in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zibari's office located?
Dr. Gazi Zibari's Primary Practice
2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr Ste 4A
Shreveport, LA 71103
What is Dr. Zibari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zibari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497775282.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zibari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zibari
What is Dr. Gazi Zibari's specialty?
Dr. Zibari is a Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Zibari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gazi Zibari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zibari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton North. 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
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Is Gazi Zibari accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gazi Zibari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gazi Zibari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zibari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gazi Zibari?
Please contact Dr. Zibari's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gazi Zibari have?
Dr. Gazi Zibari is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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