EverydayHealthLogo
JF

Dr. Joseph Fruchter, MD

Pediatrician

Hackensack, NJ

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fruchter, Pediatrician in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Fruchter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Fruchter graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics. Dr. Fruchter is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fruchter’s office.

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

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics | Montefiore Hosp-A Einstein Sch Med | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Fruchter board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Fruchter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fruchter speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Hebrew
    • Italian
    • Spanish
    • Yiddish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fruchter typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fruchter 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. Fruchter. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fruchter typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Fruchter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fruchter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fruchter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fruchter accept in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Fruchter in Hackensack, NJ 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Fruchter's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Fruchter's Primary Practice

    885 Main St

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    Get Directions

    Dr. Joseph Fruchter's Practice 2

    385 Prospect Ave Ste 210

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Fruchter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427082304.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fruchter?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Fruchter's specialty?

    Dr. Fruchter is a Pediatrician near Hackensack, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Joseph Fruchter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fruchter is affiliated with Hackensack University 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Joseph Fruchter accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Fruchter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Fruchter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fruchter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Fruchter?

    Please contact Dr. Fruchter's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fruchter's office located?

    Dr. Fruchter's office is located in Hackensack, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Fruchter have?

    Dr. Joseph Fruchter is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.