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Dr. Thomas Kaylen, MD

South Plainfield, NJ

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaylen, Internist in South Plainfield, NJ?

    Dr. Thomas Kaylen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in South Plainfield, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Kaylen completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kaylen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaylen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaylen’s office at (732) 563-1211.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj

    Is Dr. Kaylen board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Kaylen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kaylen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kaylen typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kaylen 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. Kaylen. 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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Other Forms of Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Unspecified Arthritis
    • Arthritis Not Elsewhere Classified
    • Joint Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1380: Other specified arthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kaylen typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kaylen 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. Kaylen. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Kaylen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaylen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 563-1211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaylen accept in South Plainfield, NJ?

    Dr. Kaylen in South Plainfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kaylen's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Kaylen's Primary Practice

    904 Oak Tree Ave Ste F

    South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    (732) 563-1211

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    Dr. Thomas Kaylen's Practice 2

    45 South Ave W

    Cranford, NJ 07016

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

    Dr. Kaylen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538131727.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaylen?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Kaylen's specialty?

    Dr. Kaylen is an Internist near South Plainfield, 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 Dr. Thomas Kaylen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaylen is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Thomas Kaylen accepting new patients in South Plainfield, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Kaylen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Kaylen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaylen's office at (732) 563-1211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Kaylen?

    Please contact Dr. Kaylen's office at (732) 563-1211 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kaylen's office located?

    Dr. Kaylen's offices are located in South Plainfield, NJ and Cranford, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Kaylen have?

    Dr. Thomas Kaylen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.