Who is Dr. Najjar, Infectious Disease Specialist in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Sessine Najjar, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Clifton, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Najjar graduated from UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine and completed his residency at St Michael'S Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Nyu Downtown Hosp, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Najjar is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Najjar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Najjar’s office at (973) 778-8666.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Najjar?
Dr. Sessine Najjar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Najjar empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bone/Joint Infections, Hepatitis C, Lyme Disease, Travel Medicine, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Clifton/NJ community, Dr. Najjar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Najjar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Michael'S Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Nyu Downtown Hosp, Internal Medicine | NEOMEN/St Michael's Hospital Program
Medical School: UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine
Is Dr. Najjar board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sessine Najjar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Najjar speak?
Dr. Najjar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Najjar treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Najjar 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. Najjar. 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:
Urinary Ostomy Care
Cystostomy Care
Ostomy
Urostomy Care
Urinary Stoma Management
Kidney Ostomy Care
Bladder Stoma Care
Urinary Diversion Care
Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
HIV
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
Health Checkup
Adult Physical Exam with Issues
Routine Checkup with Concerns
General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
Vascular Access Device Management
Vascular Access Care
Port Management
Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Hypercholesterolemia
High blood cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
Diabetes Complicationss
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
PAD from Diabetes
Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
Routine Adult Health Checkup
Health Checkup
Adult physical exam
Annual wellness visit for adults
General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
Pressure Sores
Bedsores
Decubitus Ulcers
Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
Swelling
Edema
Fluid Retention
Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Najjar perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sessine Najjar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Najjar's office.
Does Dr. Najjar accept my insurance?
Dr. Najjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 778-8666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Najjar accept in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Najjar in Clifton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Najjar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Najjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497862429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Najjar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Najjar
What is Dr. Sessine Najjar's specialty?
Dr. Najjar is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Clifton, NJ.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
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Is this Dr. Sessine Najjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Najjar 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 Sessine Najjar accepting new patients in Clifton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Sessine Najjar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sessine Najjar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Najjar's office at (973) 778-8666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sessine Najjar?
Please contact Dr. Najjar's office at (973) 778-8666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sessine Najjar have?
Dr. Sessine Najjar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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