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Dr. Walter Zaks

Dr. Walter Zaks

Family Medicine Specialist

Benicia, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaks, Family Medicine Specialist in Benicia, CA?

    Dr. Walter Zaks is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Benicia, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Zaks graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Zaks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaks’s office at (707) 745-0711.

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

    • Residency: Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Contra Costa Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Zaks board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Zaks is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zaks speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zaks typically treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zaks typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Zaks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zaks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 745-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaks accept in Benicia, CA?

    Dr. Zaks in Benicia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zaks' office located?

    Dr. Walter Zaks' Primary Practice

    1440 Military W Ste 101

    Benicia, CA 94510

    (707) 745-0711

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

    Dr. Zaks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316906704.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaks?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Zaks's specialty?

    Dr. Zaks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Benicia, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Walter Zaks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaks is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Walter Zaks accepting new patients in Benicia, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Zaks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Zaks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaks' office at (707) 745-0711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Zaks?

    Please contact Dr. Zaks' office at (707) 745-0711 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zaks' office located?

    Dr. Zaks' office is located in Benicia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Zaks have?

    Dr. Walter Zaks is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.