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Dr. Debra Zimring, MD

Dr. Debra Zimring, MD

Slingerlands, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zimring, Family Medicine Specialist in Slingerlands, NY?

    Dr. Debra Zimring, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slingerlands, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Zimring completed her residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Zimring is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimring’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimring’s office at (518) 439-2460.

    Where did Dr. Zimring go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine | Albany Med Center Hospital

    Is Dr. Zimring board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Zimring, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zimring speak?

    Dr. Zimring and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zimring typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zimring 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. Zimring. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zimring typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Debra Zimring may include:

    Please contact Dr. Zimring's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Zimring accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zimring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 439-2460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zimring accept in Slingerlands, NY?

    Dr. Zimring in Slingerlands, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gulf Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Zimring's office located?

    Dr. Debra Zimring's Primary Practice

    1882 New Scotland Rd Ste 200

    Slingerlands, NY 12159

    (518) 439-2460

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    What is Dr. Zimring's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zimring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437194966.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimring?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimring

    What is Dr. Debra Zimring's specialty?

    Dr. Zimring is a Family Medicine Specialist near Slingerlands, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Debra Zimring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zimring is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Glens Falls Hospital, Riddle Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Debra Zimring accepting new patients in Slingerlands, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Zimring is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Debra Zimring offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zimring's office at (518) 439-2460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Debra Zimring?

    Please contact Dr. Zimring's office at (518) 439-2460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Zimring have?

    Dr. Debra Zimring is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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