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Dr. Gerard Faugno, MD

Lyndhurst, NJ

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Faugno, Family Medicine Specialist in Lyndhurst, NJ?

    Dr. Gerard Faugno, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lyndhurst, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Faugno completed his residency at St Mary Hosp, Family Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Faugno is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faugno’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faugno’s office at (201) 933-1480.

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

    • Residency: St Mary Hosp, Family Medicine; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Ny Med Coll/Met Hospital Center

    • Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Faugno board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerard Faugno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Faugno speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faugno typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Faugno 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. Faugno. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faugno typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerard Faugno may include:

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

    Does Dr. Faugno accept my insurance?

    Dr. Faugno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 933-1480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Faugno accept in Lyndhurst, NJ?

    Dr. Faugno in Lyndhurst, 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

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Faugno's office located?

    Dr. Gerard Faugno's Primary Practice

    160 Ridge Rd

    Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

    (201) 933-1480

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    Dr. Gerard Faugno's Practice 2

    116 Terrace Ave

    Lodi, NJ 07644

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

    Dr. Faugno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710073408.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faugno?

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

    What is Dr. Gerard Faugno's specialty?

    Dr. Faugno is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lyndhurst, NJ.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Gerard Faugno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Faugno is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, The Valley 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Gerard Faugno accepting new patients in Lyndhurst, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Gerard Faugno is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerard Faugno offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Faugno's office at (201) 933-1480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerard Faugno?

    Please contact Dr. Faugno's office at (201) 933-1480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Faugno have?

    Dr. Gerard Faugno is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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