43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez, Internist in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Dr. Henry Velez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fair Lawn, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Velez graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Med-Comm Med, Public Health & General Preventive Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (201) 794-1963.
Where did Dr. Velez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Med-Comm Med, Public Health & General Preventive Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Mt Sinai Hospital | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Velez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Henry Velez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velez speak?
Dr. Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Velez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Velez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Henry Velez 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
Please contact Dr. Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 794-1963 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Dr. Velez in Fair Lawn, 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)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?
Dr. Henry Velez also offers virtual visits
Dr. Henry Velez's Primary Practice
19-20 Fair Lawn Ave
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 794-1963
What is Dr. Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487762803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez
What is Dr. Henry Velez's specialty?
Dr. Velez is a Internist near Fair Lawn, NJ.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Henry Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with The Valley Hospital 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 Henry Velez accepting new patients in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Henry Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Henry Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (201) 794-1963 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Henry Velez?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (201) 794-1963 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Henry Velez have?
Dr. Henry Velez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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