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Dr. Li Zhang, MD

Pediatrician

Kearny, NJ

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhang, Pediatrician in Kearny, NJ?

    Dr. Li Zhang, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kearny, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Zhang graduated from Xian Medical University and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Zhang is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office at (201) 998-3020.

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

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Beijing Med University | Xian Medical University

    Is Dr. Zhang board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Li Zhang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zhang typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zhang typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Li Zhang may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 998-3020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in Kearny, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?

    Dr. Li Zhang's Primary Practice

    232 Belleville Tpke

    Kearny, NJ 07032

    (201) 998-3020

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    Dr. Li Zhang's Practice 2

    3624 John F Kennedy Blvd

    Jersey City, NJ 07307

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    Dr. Li Zhang's Practice 3

    198 1/2 Midland Ave

    Kearny, NJ 07032

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

    Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013089457.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?

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

    What is Dr. Li Zhang's specialty?

    Dr. Zhang is a Pediatrician near Kearny, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Li Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhang is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Li Zhang accepting new patients in Kearny, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Li Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Li Zhang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (201) 998-3020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Li Zhang?

    Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (201) 998-3020 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?

    Dr. Zhang's offices are located in Kearny, NJ and Jersey City, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Li Zhang have?

    Dr. Li Zhang is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.