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Dr. Alma Yum, MD

Toms River, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yum, Epilepsy Specialist in Toms River, NJ?

    Dr. Alma Yum, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yum graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Yum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yum’s office at (303) 602-5099.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Yum speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Yum typically treat?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Yum 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. Yum. 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • History of Other Specified Condition
    • Past medical conditions
    • Previous health issues
    • History of other diagnoses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87898: Personal history of other specified conditions

    Does Dr. Yum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 602-5099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yum accept in Toms River, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yum's office located?

    Dr. Alma Yum's Primary Practice

    633 Route 37 W

    Toms River, NJ 08755

    (303) 602-5099

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    Dr. Alma Yum's Practice 2

    100 Madison Ave

    Morristown, NJ 07960

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    Dr. Alma Yum's Practice 3

    99 Beauvoir Ave Fl 5

    Summit, NJ 07901

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

    Dr. Yum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407143043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yum?

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

    What is Dr. Alma Yum's specialty?

    What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?

    Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

    Is Dr. Alma Yum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yum is affiliated with Community Medical Center - Toms River, Hackensack University 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 an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Epilepsy 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 Dr. Alma Yum accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Alma Yum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alma Yum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (303) 602-5099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alma Yum?

    Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (303) 602-5099 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yum's office located?

    Dr. Yum's offices are located in Toms River, NJ, Morristown, NJ, and Summit, NJ.