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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Podgorica, Hospitalist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Zamir Podgorica, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Podgorica completed his residency at Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Podgorica is fluent in English, Albanian, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Podgorica’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Podgorica’s office at (616) 685-1835.
Where did Dr. Podgorica go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tiranes, Fac of Med, Tirana, Albania
Is Dr. Podgorica board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Zamir Podgorica, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Podgorica speak?
Dr. Podgorica and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
Italian
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Podgorica typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Podgorica 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. Podgorica. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Podgorica typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Zamir Podgorica may include:
Please contact Dr. Podgorica's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Podgorica accept my insurance?
Dr. Podgorica accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-1835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Podgorica accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Podgorica in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Podgorica's office located?
What is Dr. Podgorica's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Podgorica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366416463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Podgorica?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Podgorica
What is Dr. Zamir Podgorica's specialty?
Dr. Podgorica is a Hospitalist near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Zamir Podgorica affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Podgorica is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zamir Podgorica accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Zamir Podgorica is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zamir Podgorica offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Podgorica's office at (616) 685-1835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zamir Podgorica?
Please contact Dr. Podgorica's office at (616) 685-1835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zamir Podgorica have?
Dr. Zamir Podgorica is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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