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Dr. Rafic Zaitoun, MD

Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiologist

Newport News, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaitoun, Cardiologist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Rafic Zaitoun, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zaitoun graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaitoun is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaitoun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaitoun’s office at (757) 594-2074.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine | Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Zaitoun board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafic Zaitoun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zaitoun speak?

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

    • English
    • Yoruba

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Zaitoun typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Zaitoun 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. Zaitoun. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Zaitoun typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafic Zaitoun may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zaitoun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaitoun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 594-2074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaitoun accept in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Zaitoun in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zaitoun's office located?

    Dr. Rafic Zaitoun's Primary Practice

    500 J Clyde Morris Blvd

    Newport News, VA 23601

    (757) 594-2074

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    Dr. Rafic Zaitoun's Practice 2

    11803 Jefferson Ave Ste 110

    Newport News, VA 23606

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    Dr. Rafic Zaitoun's Practice 3

    850 Enterprise Pkwy Ste 1300

    Hampton, VA 23666

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

    Dr. Zaitoun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588651228.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaitoun?

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

    What is Dr. Rafic Zaitoun's specialty?

    Dr. Zaitoun is a Cardiologist near Newport News, VA.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Rafic Zaitoun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaitoun is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Rafic Zaitoun accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Rafic Zaitoun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafic Zaitoun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaitoun's office at (757) 594-2074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafic Zaitoun?

    Please contact Dr. Zaitoun's office at (757) 594-2074 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zaitoun's office located?

    Dr. Zaitoun's offices are located in Newport News, VA and Hampton, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafic Zaitoun have?

    Dr. Rafic Zaitoun is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.