32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Salem, Surgeon in Trenton, NJ?
Dr. Raja Salem, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Trenton, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Salem graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, General Surgery; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Salem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (609) 396-2600.
Where did Dr. Salem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cooper University Hospital - Camden, NJ - Trauma/Critical Care
Residency: Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, General Surgery; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Caledonian Hospital, Brooklyn | Grace Hospital, Detroit
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Salem board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Raja Salem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1994, American Board of Surgery since 2004
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Salem typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Salem typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 396-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in Trenton, NJ?
Dr. Salem in Trenton, 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
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821001272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Raja Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Surgeon near Trenton, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Raja Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salem is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell. 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
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Is Raja Salem accepting new patients in Trenton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Raja Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raja Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (609) 396-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raja Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (609) 396-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raja Salem have?
Dr. Raja Salem is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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