Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Briker, Internist in Emerson, NJ?
Dr. Alan Briker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Emerson, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Briker graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Briker is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Briker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Briker’s office at (201) 781-1480.
Where did Dr. Briker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lenox Hill Hospital | NSLIJ/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Briker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Briker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Briker speak?
Dr. Briker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Briker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Briker 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. Briker. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Briker typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Briker may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Briker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Briker accept my insurance?
Dr. Briker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 781-1480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Briker accept in Emerson, NJ?
Dr. Briker in Emerson, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Briker's office located?
What is Dr. Briker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Briker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942238654.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Briker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Briker
What is Dr. Alan Briker's specialty?
Dr. Briker is a Internist near Emerson, NJ.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Alan Briker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Briker is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Hackensack University 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
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Is Alan Briker accepting new patients in Emerson, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alan Briker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Briker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Briker's office at (201) 781-1480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Briker?
Please contact Dr. Briker's office at (201) 781-1480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Briker have?
Dr. Alan Briker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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