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Dr. Joseph Affortunato, DO

Paterson, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Affortunato, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Affortunato, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Affortunato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Affortunato’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Affortunato’s office at (973) 754-2240.

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

    • Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Affortunato speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Affortunato treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Affortunato 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. Affortunato. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Drug Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Substance Abuse
    • Drug Addiction
    • Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1910: Other psychoactive substance abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Intoxication
    • Alcohol
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication
    • Being drunk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10929: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Affortunato perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Affortunato may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Affortunato's office.

    Does Dr. Affortunato accept my insurance?

    Dr. Affortunato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Affortunato accept in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Affortunato in Paterson, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Affortunato's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Affortunato's Primary Practice

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

    (973) 754-2240

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

    Dr. Affortunato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902064199.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Affortunato?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Affortunato's specialty?

    Dr. Affortunato is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Paterson, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Affortunato to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Affortunato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Affortunato is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Joseph Affortunato accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Affortunato is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Affortunato offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Affortunato's office at (973) 754-2240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Affortunato?

    Please contact Dr. Affortunato's office at (973) 754-2240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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