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Dr. Lama El Zein, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Old Bridge, NJ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Zein, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Old Bridge, NJ?
Dr. Lama El Zein, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Old Bridge, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. El Zein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Zein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Zein’s office at (212) 568-6300.
Is Dr. El Zein board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lama El Zein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Zein speak?
Dr. El Zein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. El Zein typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. El Zein 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. El Zein. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. El Zein typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lama El Zein may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. El Zein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Zein accept my insurance?
Dr. El Zein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 568-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Zein accept in Old Bridge, NJ?
Dr. El Zein in Old Bridge, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New Jersey
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Where is Dr. El Zein's office located?
Dr. Lama El Zein's Primary Practice
300 Perrine Rd Ste 324
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
(212) 568-6300
What is Dr. El Zein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Zein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003058074.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Zein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Zein
What is Dr. Lama El Zein's specialty?
Dr. El Zein is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Old Bridge, NJ.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Lama El Zein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Zein is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Lama El Zein accepting new patients in Old Bridge, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Lama El Zein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lama El Zein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Zein's office at (212) 568-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lama El Zein?
Please contact Dr. El Zein's office at (212) 568-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lama El Zein have?
Dr. Lama El Zein is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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