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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amato, Cardiologist in Kearny, NJ?
Dr. James Amato, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Kearny, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Amato completed his residency at St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Michael'S Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Amato is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amato’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amato’s office.
Where did Dr. Amato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Michael'S Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Amato board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Amato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amato speak?
Dr. Amato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Amato typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Amato 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. Amato. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Volume Depletion
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Fluid Loss
- Low Body Fluid
- Hypovolemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E869: Volume depletion, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Amato typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Amato may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Amato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Amato accept my insurance?
Dr. Amato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amato accept in Kearny, NJ?
Dr. Amato in Kearny, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Amato's office located?
What is Dr. Amato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689627267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amato
What is Dr. James Amato's specialty?
Dr. Amato is a Cardiologist near Kearny, NJ.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. James Amato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amato is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Englewood Hospital 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 James Amato accepting new patients in Kearny, NJ?
Yes, Dr. James Amato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Amato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amato's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Amato?
Please contact Dr. Amato's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Amato have?
Dr. James Amato is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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