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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perez, Internist in Elizabeth, NJ?
Dr. James Perez is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Perez graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Perez is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez’s office at (908) 352-9556.
Where did Dr. Perez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | NEOMEN/St Michael's Hospital Program
Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Perez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Perez is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perez speak?
Dr. Perez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Perez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Perez typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Perez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Perez. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Perez accept my insurance?
Dr. Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 352-9556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perez accept in Elizabeth, NJ?
Dr. Perez in Elizabeth, 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)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perez's office located?
Dr. James Perez's Primary Practice
824 Elizabeth Ave Ste A
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 352-9556
What is Dr. Perez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770546301.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez
What is Dr. James Perez's specialty?
Dr. Perez is a Internist near Elizabeth, 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. James Perez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perez is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Perez accepting new patients in Elizabeth, NJ?
Yes, Dr. James Perez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Perez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (908) 352-9556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Perez?
Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (908) 352-9556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Perez have?
Dr. James Perez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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