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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dacosta, Internist in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Theodore Dacosta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Dacosta is fluent in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dacosta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dacosta’s office.
What languages does Dr. Dacosta speak?
Dr. Dacosta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Dacosta treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Dacosta 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. Dacosta. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Which procedures does Dr. Dacosta perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Theodore Dacosta 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. Dacosta's office.
Does Dr. Dacosta accept my insurance?
Dr. Dacosta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dacosta accept in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Dacosta in West Orange, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
NAES
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Dacosta's office located?
What is Dr. Dacosta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dacosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558395673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dacosta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dacosta
What is Dr. Theodore Dacosta's specialty?
Dr. Dacosta is a Internist near West Orange, 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. Dacosta to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Theodore Dacosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dacosta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Michael's 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
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Is Theodore Dacosta accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Dacosta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Dacosta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dacosta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Dacosta?
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