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Dr. Howard Fisher, MD

Dr. Howard Fisher, MD

Teaneck, NJ

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fisher, Pediatrician in Teaneck, NJ?

    Dr. Howard Fisher, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Teaneck, NJ. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Fisher completed his residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (201) 837-2121.

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

    • Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Fisher board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Fisher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fisher treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils
    • Streptococcal tonsillitis
    • Bacterial tonsillitis
    • Acute strep throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
    • J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Enterovirus Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Enteroviral disease
    • Intestinal virus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B341: Enterovirus infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    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:

    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
    • Allergy
    • Rashes
    • Allergic skin rash
    • Contact allergy
    • Skin irritation from allergens

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L239: Allergic contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Which procedures does Dr. Fisher perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Fisher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 837-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in Teaneck, NJ?

    Dr. Fisher in Teaneck, 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?

    Dr. Howard Fisher's Primary Practice

    960 Teaneck Rd

    Teaneck, NJ 07666

    (201) 837-2121

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

    Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710955240.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Fisher's specialty?

    Dr. Fisher is a Pediatrician near Teaneck, NJ. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Fisher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with Hackensack 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Howard Fisher accepting new patients in Teaneck, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Fisher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (201) 837-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Fisher?

    Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (201) 837-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Fisher have?

    Dr. Howard Fisher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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