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Dr. Marilyn Althoff, MD

Morristown, NJ

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Althoff, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Marilyn Althoff, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Althoff graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Althoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Althoff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Althoff’s office at (800) 290-5309.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Emergency Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Program

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Althoff board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Marilyn Althoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Althoff speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Althoff treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Althoff 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. Althoff. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia from Other Specified Infection
    • Pneumonia
    • Infectious Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Atypical Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J168: Pneumonia due to other specified infectious organisms

    Which procedures does Dr. Althoff perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Marilyn Althoff may include:

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

    Does Dr. Althoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Althoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 290-5309 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Althoff accept in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Althoff in Morristown, 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Althoff's office located?

    Dr. Marilyn Althoff's Primary Practice

    100 Madison Ave

    Morristown, NJ 07960

    (800) 290-5309

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

    Dr. Althoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013966217.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Althoff?

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

    What is Dr. Marilyn Althoff's specialty?

    Dr. Althoff is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Morristown, NJ. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Althoff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marilyn Althoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Althoff is affiliated with Morristown 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Marilyn Althoff accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Marilyn Althoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marilyn Althoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Althoff's office at (800) 290-5309 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marilyn Althoff?

    Please contact Dr. Althoff's office at (800) 290-5309 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marilyn Althoff have?

    Dr. Marilyn Althoff is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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