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Dr. Tommy Zaharakis, MD

Dr. Tommy Zaharakis, MD

Rancho Mirage, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaharakis, Hospitalist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Tommy Zaharakis, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaharakis completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Nephrology. Dr. Zaharakis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaharakis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaharakis’s office at (760) 340-3911.

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

    • Fellowship: Nephrology, Winthrop-University Hospital

    • Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Nephrology | Winthrop University Hospital | Winthrop - University Hospital

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Zaharakis board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Tommy Zaharakis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Zaharakis speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Zaharakis treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zaharakis 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. Zaharakis. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Emergency
    • Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • Acute Hypertensive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I161: Hypertensive emergency

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Zaharakis perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tommy Zaharakis may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zaharakis' office.

    Does Dr. Zaharakis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaharakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaharakis accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Zaharakis in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zaharakis' office located?

    Dr. Tommy Zaharakis' Primary Practice

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 340-3911

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    Dr. Tommy Zaharakis' Practice 2

    45280 Seeley Dr

    La Quinta, CA 92253

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    Dr. Tommy Zaharakis' Practice 3

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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

    Dr. Zaharakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366426579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaharakis?

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

    What is Dr. Tommy Zaharakis's specialty?

    Dr. Zaharakis is a Hospitalist near Rancho Mirage, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Zaharakis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tommy Zaharakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaharakis is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Tommy Zaharakis accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tommy Zaharakis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tommy Zaharakis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaharakis's office at (760) 340-3911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tommy Zaharakis?

    Please contact Dr. Zaharakis's office at (760) 340-3911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tommy Zaharakis have?

    Dr. Tommy Zaharakis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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