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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Zafar, Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Naushad Zafar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Zafar graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at Lutheran Medical Center Program. Dr. Zafar is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zafar’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zafar’s office.
Where did Dr. Zafar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Zafar speak?
Dr. Zafar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Zafar typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Naushad 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zafar accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Zafar in San Antonio, TX 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?
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 1396729083.
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. Naushad Zafar's specialty?
Dr. Zafar is a Nephrologist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Naushad Zafar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zafar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Luke's Baptist Hospital, Kindred Hospital San Antonio. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Naushad Zafar accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Naushad Zafar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Naushad Zafar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Naushad Zafar?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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