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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amato, Specialist in Glen Ridge, NJ?
Dr. James Amato, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Glen Ridge, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Amato graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Cornell U-Ny Hosp. Dr. Amato is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amato’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare 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: Cornell U-Ny Hosp | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Rutgers
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 Specialist like Dr. Amato typically treat?
As a Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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 Glen Ridge, NJ?
Dr. Amato in Glen Ridge, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Amato's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
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 1720033426.
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 Specialist near Glen Ridge, NJ.
Is this Dr. James Amato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amato is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, Clara Maass 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Amato accepting new patients in Glen Ridge, 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.
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