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Who is Dr. Zafirau, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. William Zafirau, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Zafirau completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Summa Health System, Family Medicine. Dr. Zafirau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zafirau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zafirau’s office at (216) 636-8742.
Where did Dr. Zafirau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Summa Health System, Family Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh
Is Dr. Zafirau board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Zafirau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zafirau speak?
Dr. Zafirau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zafirau treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zafirau 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. Zafirau. 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:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Zafirau perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Zafirau may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zafirau's office.
Does Dr. Zafirau accept my insurance?
Dr. Zafirau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 636-8742 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zafirau accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Zafirau in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zafirau's office located?
Dr. William Zafirau's Primary Practice
8950 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 636-8742
What is Dr. Zafirau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zafirau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598744781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zafirau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zafirau
What is Dr. William Zafirau's specialty?
Dr. Zafirau is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Cleveland, OH. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Zafirau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Zafirau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zafirau is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is William Zafirau accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. William Zafirau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Zafirau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zafirau's office at (216) 636-8742 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Zafirau?
Please contact Dr. Zafirau's office at (216) 636-8742 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Zafirau have?
Dr. William Zafirau is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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