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Dr. Zahid Hassan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Merrillville, IN

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hassan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Merrillville, IN?

    Dr. Zahid Hassan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Hassan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hassan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hassan’s office at (219) 738-5510.

    Is Dr. Hassan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Zahid Hassan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hassan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hassan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hassan 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. Hassan. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hassan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zahid Hassan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hassan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hassan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 738-5510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hassan accept in Merrillville, IN?

    Dr. Hassan in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hassan's office located?

    Dr. Zahid Hassan's Primary Practice

    8700 Broadway

    Merrillville, IN 46410

    (219) 738-5510

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    Dr. Zahid Hassan's Practice 2

    1007 Lincolnway

    La Porte, IN 46350

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    Dr. Zahid Hassan's Practice 3

    1400 E 9th St

    Rochester, IN 46975

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hassan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hassan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital Inc,La Porte, IN
    Northwest Health - Starke,Knox, IN
    Northwest Health - Porter,Valparaiso, IN
    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Hassan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225001696.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hassan?

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

    What is Dr. Zahid Hassan's specialty?

    Dr. Hassan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Merrillville, IN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Zahid Hassan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hassan is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Community Hospital Of Munster 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Zahid Hassan accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Zahid Hassan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zahid Hassan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (219) 738-5510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zahid Hassan?

    Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (219) 738-5510 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hassan's office located?

    Dr. Hassan's offices are located in Merrillville, IN, La Porte, IN, and Rochester, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zahid Hassan have?

    Dr. Zahid Hassan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.