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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zara, Gastroenterologist in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Joshua Zara, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Rio Rancho, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zara is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zara’s office at (229) 276-2185.
Where did Dr. Zara go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Zara speak?
Dr. Zara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zara typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zara 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. Zara. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zara typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Zara. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Zara accept my insurance?
Dr. Zara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 276-2185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zara accept in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Zara in Rio Rancho, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zara's office located?
Dr. Joshua Zara's Primary Practice
2400 Unser Blvd SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(229) 276-2185
What is Dr. Zara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295767077.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zara
What is Dr. Joshua Zara's specialty?
Dr. Zara is a Gastroenterologist near Rio Rancho, NM.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Joshua Zara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zara is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center 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
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Is Joshua Zara accepting new patients in Rio Rancho, NM?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Zara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Zara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zara's office at (229) 276-2185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Zara?
Please contact Dr. Zara's office at (229) 276-2185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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