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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defazio, Internist in Nutley, NJ?
Dr. Ernest Defazio, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nutley, NJ. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Defazio graduated from University degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at St Barnabas Med Center. Dr. Defazio is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defazio’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defazio’s office at (973) 667-8117.
Where did Dr. Defazio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Med Center
Medical School: Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia (Bologna, Italy) | Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna, Facolta De Medicina E Chirurgia | University degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia
What languages does Dr. Defazio speak?
Dr. Defazio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Defazio treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Defazio 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. Defazio. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Defazio perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ernest Defazio 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. Defazio's office.
Does Dr. Defazio accept my insurance?
Dr. Defazio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 667-8117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defazio accept in Nutley, NJ?
Dr. Defazio in Nutley, 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
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Defazio's office located?
Dr. Ernest Defazio's Primary Practice
181 Franklin Ave Ste 204
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-8117
What is Dr. Defazio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defazio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477511707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defazio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defazio
What is Dr. Ernest Defazio's specialty?
Dr. Defazio is a Internist near Nutley, 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. Defazio to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ernest Defazio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defazio is affiliated with Clara Maass 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 Internist?
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Is Ernest Defazio accepting new patients in Nutley, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Defazio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Defazio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defazio's office at (973) 667-8117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Defazio?
Please contact Dr. Defazio's office at (973) 667-8117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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