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Dr. Christopher Amalfitano, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

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. 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 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amalfitano typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amalfitano typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Amalfitano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Summit, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Amalfitano is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Christopher Amalfitano?

    Please contact Dr. Amalfitano's office at (908) 522-0227 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amalfitano's office located?

    Dr. Amalfitano's offices are located in Summit, NJ, Sparta, NJ, and Mountain Lakes, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Amalfitano have?

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