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Dr. Abida Zafar, MD

Dr. Abida Zafar, MD

Nephrologist

Port Huron, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zafar, Nephrologist in Port Huron, MI?

    Dr. Abida Zafar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Port Huron, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Zafar graduated from Dubai Medical College For Girls and completed her residency at St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Nephrology. Dr. Zafar is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zafar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zafar’s office at (586) 218-5800.

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

    • Fellowship: St John Hospital Medical Center | St. James Hospital & Medical Centers | St John Hospital and Medical Center

    • Residency: St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Nephrology | St John Hospital Medical Center, Department of Health and Medical Services, Dubai Medical College for Girls | St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit

    • Medical School: Dubai Med Coll For Girls, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Dubai Medical College For Girls

    Is Dr. Zafar board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Abida Zafar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zafar speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Zafar typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Zafar 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. Zafar. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Zafar typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abida Zafar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zafar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zafar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (586) 218-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zafar accept in Port Huron, MI?

    Dr. Zafar in Port Huron, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?

    Dr. Abida Zafar's Primary Practice

    2603 Electric Ave Ste D

    Port Huron, MI 48060

    (586) 218-5800

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    Dr. Abida Zafar's Practice 2

    4180 Hospital Dr

    East China, MI 48054

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

    Dr. Zafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265434898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zafar?

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

    What is Dr. Abida Zafar's specialty?

    Dr. Zafar is a Nephrologist near Port Huron, MI.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Abida Zafar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zafar is affiliated with Mclaren Port Huron, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Abida Zafar accepting new patients in Port Huron, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Abida Zafar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abida Zafar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (586) 218-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Abida Zafar?

    Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (586) 218-5800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?

    Dr. Zafar's offices are located in Port Huron, MI and East China, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Abida Zafar have?

    Dr. Abida Zafar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.