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Dr. Christopher Amalfitano, MD

Summit, NJ

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amalfitano, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Summit, NJ?

    Dr. Christopher Amalfitano, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Summit, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Amalfitano completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Amalfitano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amalfitano’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amalfitano’s office at (908) 522-0227.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins University School Med

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Amalfitano board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Amalfitano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Amalfitano speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amalfitano treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Amalfitano may include:

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

    Does Dr. Amalfitano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amalfitano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 522-0227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amalfitano accept in Summit, NJ?

    Dr. Amalfitano in Summit, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amalfitano's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Amalfitano's Primary Practice

    99 Beauvoir Ave

    Summit, NJ 07901

    (908) 522-0227

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    Dr. Christopher Amalfitano's Practice 2

    376 Lafayette Rd Ste 101

    Sparta, NJ 07871

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    Dr. Christopher Amalfitano's Practice 3

    333 US Highway 46 Ste 106

    Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

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

    Dr. Amalfitano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144268442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amalfitano?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Amalfitano's specialty?

    Dr. Amalfitano is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Summit, 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. Amalfitano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Amalfitano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amalfitano is affiliated with Overlook 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 Christopher Amalfitano accepting new patients in Summit, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Amalfitano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Amalfitano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amalfitano's office at (908) 522-0227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Amalfitano?

    Please contact Dr. Amalfitano's office at (908) 522-0227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Amalfitano have?

    Dr. Christopher Amalfitano is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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