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Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz, MD, PHD

North Brunswick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lefkowitz, Internist in North Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Brunswick, NJ. She is board certified. Dr. Lefkowitz graduated from UMDNJ-ROBT W JOHNSON MED SCH and completed her residency at UMDNJ R W Johnson Med School. Dr. Lefkowitz is fluent in English, Hebrew, Italian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lefkowitz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lefkowitz’s office at (732) 821-5151.

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

    • Residency: UMDNJ R W Johnson Med School

    • Medical School: UMDNJ-ROBT W JOHNSON MED SCH

    What languages does Dr. Lefkowitz speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Italian

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Lefkowitz treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Lefkowitz 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. Lefkowitz. 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.

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lefkowitz perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lefkowitz's office.

    Does Dr. Lefkowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lefkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 821-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lefkowitz accept in North Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Lefkowitz in North Brunswick, 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

    • Assurant

    • Bankers Fidelity

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lefkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz's Primary Practice

    2204 US Highway 130 Ste C3

    North Brunswick, NJ 08902

    (732) 821-5151

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

    Dr. Lefkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336223080.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lefkowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Lefkowitz is a Internist near North Brunswick, NJ.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Lefkowitz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lefkowitz is affiliated with Centrastate 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Miriam Lefkowitz accepting new patients in North Brunswick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miriam Lefkowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lefkowitz's office at (732) 821-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Miriam Lefkowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Lefkowitz's office at (732) 821-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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