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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alder, Internist in Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Edward Alder, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plainfield, NJ. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Alder graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alder’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alder’s office at (908) 222-0600.
Where did Dr. Alder go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Muhlenberg Reg Med Center | MUHLENBERG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Alder board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Alder, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alder speak?
Dr. Alder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alder typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alder 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. Alder. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's
- Early Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alder typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Alder 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. Alder's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alder accept my insurance?
Dr. Alder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 222-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alder accept in Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Alder in Plainfield, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alder's office located?
What is Dr. Alder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487749420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alder
What is Dr. Edward Alder's specialty?
Dr. Alder is a Internist near Plainfield, 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. Edward Alder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alder is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Alder accepting new patients in Plainfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Edward Alder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Alder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alder's office at (908) 222-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Alder?
Please contact Dr. Alder's office at (908) 222-0600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Alder have?
Dr. Edward Alder is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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