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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zaft, Internist in Damascus, MD?
Dr. Scott Zaft, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Damascus, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zaft completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaft is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaft’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaft’s office at (301) 253-4004.
Where did Dr. Zaft go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Zaft board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Zaft, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zaft speak?
Dr. Zaft and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zaft typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zaft 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. Zaft. 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:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zaft typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Zaft may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Zaft's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zaft accept my insurance?
Dr. Zaft accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 253-4004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zaft accept in Damascus, MD?
Dr. Zaft in Damascus, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other TPA
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zaft's office located?
What is Dr. Zaft's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zaft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508816133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaft?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zaft
What is Dr. Scott Zaft's specialty?
Dr. Zaft is a Internist near Damascus, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Scott Zaft affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zaft is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Zaft accepting new patients in Damascus, MD?
Yes, Dr. Scott Zaft is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Zaft offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zaft's office at (301) 253-4004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Zaft?
Please contact Dr. Zaft's office at (301) 253-4004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Zaft have?
Dr. Scott Zaft is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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