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Dr. Walter Zibas, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist

Knoxville, TN

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zibas, Pulmonologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Walter Zibas, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Zibas completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zibas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zibas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zibas’s office at (865) 588-8831.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn

    Is Dr. Zibas board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Zibas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zibas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zibas typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zibas 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. Zibas. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zibas typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Zibas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zibas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zibas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 588-8831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zibas accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Zibas in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zibas' office located?

    Dr. Walter Zibas' Primary Practice

    1901 Clinch Ave

    Knoxville, TN 37916

    (865) 588-8831

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    Dr. Walter Zibas' Practice 2

    6473 Kingston Pike

    Knoxville, TN 37919

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    What hospitals are Dr. Zibas affiliated with?

    Dr. Zibas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center,Knoxville, TN

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

    Dr. Zibas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437185915.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zibas?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Zibas's specialty?

    Dr. Zibas is a Pulmonologist near Knoxville, TN.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Walter Zibas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Zibas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Walter Zibas accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Zibas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Zibas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zibas' office at (865) 588-8831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Zibas?

    Please contact Dr. Zibas' office at (865) 588-8831 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zibas' office located?

    Dr. Zibas' office is located in Knoxville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Zibas have?

    Dr. Walter Zibas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.