25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Califano, Critical Care Internist in Belleville, NJ?
Dr. Francesco Califano, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Belleville, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Califano graduated from Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy and completed his residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Califano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Califano’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Califano’s office at (973) 450-2155.
Where did Dr. Califano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flushing Hospital Medical Center | UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy | Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy
Is Dr. Califano board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Francesco Califano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Califano speak?
Dr. Califano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Califano treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Califano 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. Califano. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Califano perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Francesco Califano may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Califano's office.
Does Dr. Califano accept my insurance?
Dr. Califano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 450-2155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Califano accept in Belleville, NJ?
Dr. Califano in Belleville, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Califano's office located?
Dr. Francesco Califano's Primary Practice
1 Clara Maass Dr
Belleville, NJ 07109
(973) 450-2155
What is Dr. Califano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Califano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972597995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Califano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Califano
What is Dr. Francesco Califano's specialty?
Dr. Califano is a Critical Care Internist near Belleville, NJ. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Califano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francesco Califano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Califano is affiliated with Clara Maass 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Francesco Califano accepting new patients in Belleville, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Francesco Califano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francesco Califano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Califano's office at (973) 450-2155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francesco Califano?
Please contact Dr. Califano's office at (973) 450-2155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francesco Califano have?
Dr. Francesco Califano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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