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Dr. Richard Eichel, MD

Little Silver, NJ

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Eichel, Specialist in Little Silver, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Eichel, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Silver, NJ. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Eichel graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hosp, Gastroenterology; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Eichel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eichel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eichel’s office at (732) 530-3228.

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

    • Residency: Bridgeport Hosp, Gastroenterology; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bridgeport Hospital Program

    • Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Eichel board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Eichel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Eichel speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Eichel typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Eichel 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. Eichel. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Slow Transit Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Chronic Constipation
    • Sluggish Bowel
    • Colonic Inertia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5901: Slow transit constipation

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Eichel typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Eichel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Eichel. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Eichel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eichel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 530-3228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eichel accept in Little Silver, NJ?

    Dr. Eichel in Little Silver, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eichel's office located?

    Dr. Richard Eichel's Primary Practice

    180 White Rd Ste 104

    Little Silver, NJ 07739

    (732) 530-3228

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    What hospitals are Dr. Eichel affiliated with?

    Dr. Eichel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hackensack Meridian Riverview Medical Center,Red Bank, NJ

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

    Dr. Eichel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104817576.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eichel?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Eichel's specialty?

    Dr. Eichel is a Specialist near Little Silver, NJ.

    Is Dr. Richard Eichel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Eichel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hackensack Meridian Riverview Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Richard Eichel accepting new patients in Little Silver, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Eichel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Eichel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eichel's office at (732) 530-3228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Eichel?

    Please contact Dr. Eichel's office at (732) 530-3228 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eichel's office located?

    Dr. Eichel's office is located in Little Silver, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Eichel have?

    Dr. Richard Eichel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.