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Dr. Joyce Afran, MD

Dr. Joyce Afran, MD

New Brunswick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Afran, Family Medicine Specialist in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Joyce Afran, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Afran graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Somerset Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Afran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afran’s office at (732) 828-5962.

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

    • Residency: Somerset Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Program

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Afran board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Afran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Afran speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Afran treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Afran 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. Afran. 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 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Which procedures does Dr. Afran perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joyce Afran may include:

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

    Does Dr. Afran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Afran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 828-5962 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Afran accept in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Afran in New Brunswick, 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

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Afran's office located?

    Dr. Joyce Afran's Primary Practice

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    (732) 828-5962

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    Dr. Joyce Afran's Practice 2

    317 George St

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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    Dr. Joyce Afran's Practice 3

    18 Centre Dr Ste 104

    Monroe, NJ 08831

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

    Dr. Afran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487731113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afran?

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

    What is Dr. Joyce Afran's specialty?

    Dr. Afran is a Family Medicine Specialist near New Brunswick, NJ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Afran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joyce Afran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Afran is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Saint Peter's University Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Joyce Afran accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Afran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joyce Afran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Afran's office at (732) 828-5962 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joyce Afran?

    Please contact Dr. Afran's office at (732) 828-5962 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Afran have?

    Dr. Joyce Afran is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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