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Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD

Des Moines, IA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zachary, Family Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Zachary graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, Family Medicine. Dr. Zachary is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zachary’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zachary’s office at (515) 643-9400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, Family Medicine | University Of Mn Affil Hosps | University of Minnesota Program

    • Medical School: Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn | Florida International University, Miami, FL

    Is Dr. Zachary board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zachary speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zachary treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zachary 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. Zachary. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
    • Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
    • Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Management (Unspecified)
    • Birth Control
    • General contraceptive care
    • Family planning management
    • Birth control services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z309: Encounter for contraceptive management, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Which procedures does Dr. Zachary perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dennis Zachary may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zachary's office.

    Does Dr. Zachary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zachary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zachary accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Zachary in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Zachary's office located?

    Dr. Dennis Zachary's Primary Practice

    6601 SW 9th St

    Des Moines, IA 50315

    (515) 643-9400

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    Dr. Dennis Zachary's Practice 2

    9421 Marketplace Dr

    Norwalk, IA 50211

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    Dr. Dennis Zachary's Practice 3

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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

    Dr. Zachary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679583363.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zachary?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Zachary's specialty?

    Dr. Zachary is a Family Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Zachary to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dennis Zachary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zachary is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Dennis Zachary accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Zachary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Zachary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zachary's office at (515) 643-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dennis Zachary?

    Please contact Dr. Zachary's office at (515) 643-9400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Zachary have?

    Dr. Dennis Zachary is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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