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50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rizvi, Internist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rizvi graduated from UNIVERSITY OF BAHUDDIN ZAKARIA and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Nephrology; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rizvi is fluent in English, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizvi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizvi’s office at (708) 371-1030.
Where did Dr. Rizvi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Nephrology; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Nishtar Medical College, Bahuddin Zakaria University | UNIVERSITY OF BAHUDDIN ZAKARIA
Is Dr. Rizvi board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rizvi speak?
Dr. Rizvi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Rizvi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Rizvi 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. Rizvi. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rizvi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rizvi's office.
Does Dr. Rizvi accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizvi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 371-1030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rizvi accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Rizvi in Palos Heights, IL 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rizvi's office located?
Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi's Primary Practice
12251 S 80th Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 371-1030
Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi's Practice 3
11824 Southwest Hwy Ste 110
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 371-1030
What is Dr. Rizvi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rizvi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144276361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizvi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rizvi
What is Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi's specialty?
Dr. Rizvi is a Internist near Palos Heights, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Rizvi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rizvi is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
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Is Zulfiqar Rizvi accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rizvi's office at (708) 371-1030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zulfiqar Rizvi?
Please contact Dr. Rizvi's office at (708) 371-1030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi have?
Dr. Zulfiqar Rizvi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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