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Dr. Santiago Muzones, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Perth Amboy, NJ

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muzones, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Dr. Santiago Muzones, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Perth Amboy, NJ. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Muzones completed his residency at Raritan Bay Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Muzones is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muzones’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muzones’s office at (732) 442-3700.

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

    • Residency: Raritan Bay Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University

    Is Dr. Muzones board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Santiago Muzones, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Muzones speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Muzones typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Muzones 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. Muzones. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Muzones typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Santiago Muzones may include:

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

    Does Dr. Muzones accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muzones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 442-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muzones accept in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Dr. Muzones in Perth Amboy, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Muzones' office located?

    Dr. Santiago Muzones' Primary Practice

    530 New Brunswick Ave

    Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

    (732) 442-3700

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

    Dr. Muzones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376537241.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muzones?

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

    What is Dr. Santiago Muzones's specialty?

    Dr. Muzones is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Perth Amboy, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Santiago Muzones affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muzones is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Penn Medicine Princeton 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Santiago Muzones accepting new patients in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Santiago Muzones is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Santiago Muzones offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Muzones' office at (732) 442-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Santiago Muzones?

    Please contact Dr. Muzones' office at (732) 442-3700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Muzones' office located?

    Dr. Muzones' office is located in Perth Amboy, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Santiago Muzones have?

    Dr. Santiago Muzones is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.