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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zager, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Scott Zager, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Zager completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine. Dr. Zager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zager’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zager’s office at (904) 346-0864.
Where did Dr. Zager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Zager board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Zager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zager speak?
Dr. Zager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zager typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zager 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. Zager. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zager typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Zager may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Zager's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zager accept my insurance?
Dr. Zager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 346-0864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zager accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Zager in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Zager's office located?
What is Dr. Zager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942241625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zager
What is Dr. Scott Zager's specialty?
Dr. Zager is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Scott Zager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zager is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Zager accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Zager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Zager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zager's office at (904) 346-0864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Zager?
Please contact Dr. Zager's office at (904) 346-0864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Zager have?
Dr. Scott Zager is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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