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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zuniga, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shelby, NC?
Dr. Victor Zuniga, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shelby, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Zuniga graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program. Dr. Zuniga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zuniga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zuniga’s office at (704) 480-1087.
Where did Dr. Zuniga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Zuniga board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Victor Zuniga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zuniga speak?
Dr. Zuniga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zuniga typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zuniga 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. Zuniga. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zuniga typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Victor Zuniga 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. Zuniga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zuniga accept my insurance?
Dr. Zuniga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 480-1087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zuniga accept in Shelby, NC?
Dr. Zuniga in Shelby, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
West Virginia United Health System
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Where is Dr. Zuniga's office located?
What is Dr. Zuniga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zuniga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891794392.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zuniga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zuniga
What is Dr. Victor Zuniga's specialty?
Dr. Zuniga is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shelby, NC.
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. Victor Zuniga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zuniga is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Atrium Health Pineville 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 Victor Zuniga accepting new patients in Shelby, NC?
Yes, Dr. Victor Zuniga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Zuniga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office at (704) 480-1087 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Zuniga?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office at (704) 480-1087 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Zuniga have?
Dr. Victor Zuniga is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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