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Dr. Nidal Matalkah, MD

Dr. Nidal Matalkah, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist

Wayne, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matalkah, Pulmonologist in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Nidal Matalkah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Wayne, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Matalkah graduated from University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Matalkah is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matalkah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matalkah’s office.

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

    • Residency: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Matalkah board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nidal Matalkah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Matalkah speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Matalkah typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Matalkah 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. Matalkah. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Matalkah typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nidal Matalkah may include:

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

    Does Dr. Matalkah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matalkah 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. Matalkah accept in Wayne, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Matalkah's office located?

    Dr. Nidal Matalkah's Primary Practice

    401 Hamburg Tpke Ste 107

    Wayne, NJ 07470

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    Dr. Nidal Matalkah's Practice 2

    160 N Midland Ave

    Nyack, NY 10960

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    Dr. Nidal Matalkah's Practice 3

    70 Dubois St Fl 2

    Newburgh, NY 12550

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

    Dr. Matalkah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447336771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matalkah?

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

    What is Dr. Nidal Matalkah's specialty?

    Dr. Matalkah is a Pulmonologist near Wayne, NJ.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Nidal Matalkah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matalkah is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Nidal Matalkah accepting new patients in Wayne, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Nidal Matalkah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nidal Matalkah offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nidal Matalkah?

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

    Where is Dr. Matalkah's office located?

    Dr. Matalkah's offices are located in Wayne, NJ, Nyack, NY, and Newburgh, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nidal Matalkah have?

    Dr. Nidal Matalkah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.