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Dr. Shobha Swaminathan, MD

Dr. Shobha Swaminathan, MD

Newark, NJ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Swaminathan, Infectious Disease Specialist in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Shobha Swaminathan, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Swaminathan completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Swaminathan is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swaminathan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swaminathan’s office at (973) 972-4071.

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

    • Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Swaminathan board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shobha Swaminathan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Swaminathan speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Swaminathan treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Swaminathan 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. Swaminathan. 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:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Swaminathan perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Swaminathan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swaminathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-4071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swaminathan accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Swaminathan in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Swaminathan's office located?

    Dr. Shobha Swaminathan's Primary Practice

    140 Bergen St

    Newark, NJ 07103

    (973) 972-4071

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

    Dr. Swaminathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275564411.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swaminathan?

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

    What is Dr. Shobha Swaminathan's specialty?

    Dr. Swaminathan is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Newark, NJ.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Swaminathan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shobha Swaminathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Swaminathan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital - Newark. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Shobha Swaminathan accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Shobha Swaminathan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shobha Swaminathan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swaminathan's office at (973) 972-4071 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shobha Swaminathan?

    Please contact Dr. Swaminathan's office at (973) 972-4071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shobha Swaminathan have?

    Dr. Shobha Swaminathan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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