Dr. Jeffrey Fossati, MD

Paramus, NJ

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Fossati, Physiatrist in Paramus, NJ?

Dr. Jeffrey Fossati, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Paramus, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Fossati graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Fossati is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fossati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fossati’s office at (201) 262-2246.

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

Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Umdnj-University Hospital | UMDNJ
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

Is Dr. Fossati board certified as a Physiatrist?

Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Fossati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

What languages does Dr. Fossati speak?

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

English
Italian
Spanish

What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Fossati typically treat?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Fossati 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. Fossati. 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:

Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis of the left knee
Osteoarthritis
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

Also known as:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Median Nerve Compression
Wrist Nerve Entrapment

ICD-10 Codes:

G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

Also known as:

Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

ICD-10 Codes:

M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

Also known as:

Neck Disc Displacement
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Disc in Neck
Herniated Disc in Neck
Cervical Disc Protrusion

ICD-10 Codes:

M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region

Also known as:

Tailbone Area Nerve Root Pain
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Pinched Nerve in Tailbone Area
Sacrococcygeal Radiculopathy
Lower Spine Nerve Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M5418: Radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Fossati typically perform?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Fossati performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fossati. 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:

Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
Knee Injection with Ultrasound

CPT Codes:

20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

Does Dr. Fossati accept my insurance?

Dr. Fossati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 262-2246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fossati accept in Paramus, NJ?

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

Top Insurances

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Fossati's office located?

Dr. Jeffrey Fossati's Primary Practice

37 W Century Rd

Paramus, NJ 07652

(201) 262-2246

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Dr. Jeffrey Fossati's Practice 2

554 Bloomfield Ave

Newark, NJ 07107

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What hospitals are Dr. Fossati affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Fossati has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

St. Joseph's University Medical Center,Paterson, NJ

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

The Valley Hospital,Paramus, NJ

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Fossati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093875015.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fossati?

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

What is Dr. Jeffrey Fossati's specialty?

Dr. Fossati is a Physiatrist near Paramus, NJ.

What does a Physiatrist do?

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

Is Dr. Jeffrey Fossati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Fossati is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, The Valley Hospital 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

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