Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alfonso, Internist in North Bergen, NJ?
Dr. Jesus Alfonso, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Bergen, NJ. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alfonso graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alfonso is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfonso’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfonso’s office at (201) 854-5000.
Where did Dr. Alfonso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine | Englewood Hospital | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Englewood) Program
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Alfonso board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Alfonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alfonso speak?
Dr. Alfonso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alfonso treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Alfonso 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. Alfonso. 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.
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Alfonso perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jesus Alfonso 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alfonso's office.
Does Dr. Alfonso accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 854-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alfonso accept in North Bergen, NJ?
Dr. Alfonso in North Bergen, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alfonso's office located?
What is Dr. Alfonso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alfonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649266925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfonso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfonso
What is Dr. Jesus Alfonso's specialty?
Dr. Alfonso is a Internist near North Bergen, NJ.
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.
Contact Dr. Alfonso to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jesus Alfonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alfonso is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Jesus Alfonso accepting new patients in North Bergen, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Alfonso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jesus Alfonso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alfonso's office at (201) 854-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jesus Alfonso?
Please contact Dr. Alfonso's office at (201) 854-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jesus Alfonso have?
Dr. Jesus Alfonso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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