Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zammam, Hospitalist in Ephrata, PA?
Dr. Sawsan Zammam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Ephrata, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Zammam completed her residency at St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zammam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zammam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zammam’s office at (717) 335-7200.
Where did Dr. Zammam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Internal Medicine | PCOM/St Joseph's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria
Is Dr. Zammam board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Sawsan Zammam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zammam speak?
Dr. Zammam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zammam typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zammam 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. Zammam. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zammam typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sawsan Zammam may include:
Please contact Dr. Zammam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zammam accept my insurance?
Dr. Zammam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 335-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zammam accept in Ephrata, PA?
Dr. Zammam in Ephrata, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Bankers Fidelity
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Mpsers
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Zammam's office located?
What is Dr. Zammam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zammam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710913553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zammam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zammam
What is Dr. Sawsan Zammam's specialty?
Dr. Zammam is a Hospitalist near Ephrata, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Sawsan Zammam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zammam is affiliated with Upmc Lititz 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 Sawsan Zammam accepting new patients in Ephrata, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sawsan Zammam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sawsan Zammam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zammam's office at (717) 335-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sawsan Zammam?
Please contact Dr. Zammam's office at (717) 335-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sawsan Zammam have?
Dr. Sawsan Zammam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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