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Dr. Jose Alonso, MD

Physiatrist

Englewood, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alonso, Physiatrist in Englewood, NJ?

    Dr. Jose Alonso, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Englewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alonso completed his residency at Colum Presby Med Center. Dr. Alonso is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alonso’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alonso’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alonso?

    Dr. Jose Alonso, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alonso empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Englewood, NJ community, Dr. Alonso is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Colum Presby Med Center

    Is Dr. Alonso board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Alonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Alonso speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Alonso typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Alonso 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. Alonso. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Drop
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Dropped Foot
    • Right Peroneal Nerve Palsy
    • Right Foot Paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21371: Foot drop, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Foot Drop
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Peroneal nerve palsy
    • Dropped foot
    • Foot weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21372: Foot drop, left foot

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Alonso typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Alonso may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alonso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alonso accept in Englewood, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers Life

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)

    • Transamerica

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alonso's office located?

    Dr. Jose Alonso's Primary Practice

    500 Grand Ave Ste 100

    Englewood, NJ 07631

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    Dr. Jose Alonso's Practice 2

    365 Route 304 Ste 102

    Nanuet, NY 10954

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    Dr. Jose Alonso's Practice 3

    120 Eagle Rock Ave Ste 154

    East Hanover, NJ 07936

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

    Dr. Alonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699751685.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alonso?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Alonso's specialty?

    Dr. Alonso is a Physiatrist near Englewood, NJ.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Jose Alonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alonso is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jose Alonso accepting new patients in Englewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Alonso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Alonso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alonso's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Alonso?

    Please contact Dr. Alonso's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alonso's office located?

    Dr. Alonso's offices are located in Englewood, NJ, Nanuet, NY, and East Hanover, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Alonso have?

    Dr. Jose Alonso is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.