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 here.
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:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 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
Unknown
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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
What is Dr. Zafar's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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 Abida Zafar?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (586) 218-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abida Zafar have?
Dr. Abida Zafar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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