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Dr. Karen Zagar, MD

Dr. Karen Zagar, MD

Palm Harbor, FL

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zagar, Rheumatologist in Palm Harbor, FL?

    Dr. Karen Zagar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Palm Harbor, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zagar graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Zagar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zagar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zagar’s office at (727) 789-2784.

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

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Zagar board certified in Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Zagar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zagar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Zagar treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Zagar 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. Zagar. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • History of Osteoporosis Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging
    • Past Fragility Fracture
    • Previous Osteoporotic Bone Break
    • History of Compression Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
    • Z87310: Personal history of (healed) osteoporosis fracture

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
    • Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Lupus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • High Antibody Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Elevated Antibody Titer
    • Increased Antibodies
    • Positive Antibody Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R760: Raised antibody titer

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Low White Blood Cell Count from Medication
    • Blood Disorder
    • Drug Reactions
    • Drug-induced agranulocytosis
    • Medication-caused neutropenia
    • Drug-related white blood cell deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D702: Other drug-induced agranulocytosis

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Arthritis in Multiple Joints
    • Arthritis
    • Widespread Arthritis
    • Multiple Joint Inflammation
    • Generalized Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjogren Syndrome
    • Sjögren's Disease
    • Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Dry Mouth Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Zagar perform as a Rheumatologist?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Zagar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zagar's office.

    Does Dr. Zagar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zagar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 789-2784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zagar accept in Palm Harbor, FL?

    Dr. Zagar in Palm Harbor, FL 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

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zagar's office located?

    Dr. Karen Zagar's Primary Practice

    32615 US Highway 19 N Ste 2

    Palm Harbor, FL 34684

    (727) 789-2784

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    Dr. Karen Zagar's Practice 2

    5347 Main St Ste 202

    New Port Richey, FL 34652

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

    Dr. Zagar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902889587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zagar?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Zagar's specialty?

    Dr. Zagar is a Rheumatologist near Palm Harbor, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Zagar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Zagar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zagar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morton Plant Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with 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 Karen Zagar accepting new patients in Palm Harbor, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Zagar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Zagar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zagar's office at (727) 789-2784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Zagar?

    Please contact Dr. Zagar's office at (727) 789-2784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Zagar have?

    Dr. Karen Zagar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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