Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sher, Internist in Brick, NJ?
Dr. Michael Sher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brick, NJ. Dr. Sher graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Sher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sher’s office at (732) 920-8001.
Where did Dr. Sher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Sher speak?
Dr. Sher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sher typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sher 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. Sher. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tobacco Cessation Counseling
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Quitting tobacco support
- Nicotine addiction counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sher typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Sher 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. Sher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sher accept my insurance?
Dr. Sher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 920-8001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sher accept in Brick, NJ?
Dr. Sher in Brick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sher's office located?
What is Dr. Sher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336149707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sher
What is Dr. Michael Sher's specialty?
Dr. Sher is a Internist near Brick, NJ.
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. Michael Sher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sher is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Sher accepting new patients in Brick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Sher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (732) 920-8001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Sher?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (732) 920-8001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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