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Dr. Edgar Mejia, MD

Pediatrician

Paterson, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mejia, Pediatrician in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Edgar Mejia, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Mejia completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Mejia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mejia’s office at (973) 523-8083.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Albert Einstein Coll Med

    • Medical School: University De Cartagena, Div De Cien De La Salud, Cartagena, Colombia | University of Cartagena / Division of Health Science

    Is Dr. Mejia board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Mejia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mejia speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mejia typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mejia 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. Mejia. 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 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mejia typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mejia 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. Mejia. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Mejia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mejia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 523-8083 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mejia accept in Paterson, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Oscar Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mejia's office located?

    Dr. Edgar Mejia's Primary Practice

    760 Market St

    Paterson, NJ 07513

    (973) 523-8083

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

    Dr. Mejia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780645374.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mejia?

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

    What is Dr. Edgar Mejia's specialty?

    Dr. Mejia is a Pediatrician near Paterson, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Edgar Mejia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mejia is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Edgar Mejia accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Mejia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edgar Mejia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mejia's office at (973) 523-8083 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Mejia?

    Please contact Dr. Mejia's office at (973) 523-8083 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mejia's office located?

    Dr. Mejia's office is located in Paterson, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Mejia have?

    Dr. Edgar Mejia is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.