29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zakowski, Internist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Laura Zakowski, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Zakowski graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zakowski is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zakowski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zakowski’s office at (608) 265-1295.
Where did Dr. Zakowski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry
Is Dr. Zakowski board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Zakowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zakowski speak?
Dr. Zakowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zakowski typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Zakowski 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. Zakowski. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zakowski typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Zakowski may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Zakowski's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zakowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Zakowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 265-1295 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zakowski accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Zakowski in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zakowski's office located?
What is Dr. Zakowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zakowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659332096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zakowski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zakowski
What is Dr. Laura Zakowski's specialty?
Dr. Zakowski is a Internist near Madison, WI.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Laura Zakowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zakowski is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie 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
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Is Laura Zakowski accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Laura Zakowski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Zakowski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zakowski's office at (608) 265-1295 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Zakowski?
Please contact Dr. Zakowski's office at (608) 265-1295 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Zakowski have?
Dr. Laura Zakowski is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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