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Dr. Peter Scala, MD

Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

New Brunswick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scala, Anesthesiologist in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Peter Scala, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Scala completed his residency at R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Scala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scala’s office at (973) 322-5000.

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

    • Residency: R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj

    Is Dr. Scala board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Scala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Scala speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Scala typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Scala 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. Scala. 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:

    • Female Infertility
    • Female Sterility
    • Difficulty Getting Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N979: Female infertility, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Scala typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Scala may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 322-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scala accept in New Brunswick, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Scala's office located?

    Dr. Peter Scala's Primary Practice

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    (973) 322-5000

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    Dr. Peter Scala's Practice 2

    256 Broad St

    Bloomfield, NJ 07003

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    Dr. Peter Scala's Practice 3

    200 S Orange Ave

    Livingston, NJ 07039

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

    Dr. Scala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659432391.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scala?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Scala's specialty?

    Dr. Scala is an Anesthesiologist near New Brunswick, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Peter Scala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scala is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Peter Scala accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Scala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Scala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scala's office at (973) 322-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Scala?

    Please contact Dr. Scala's office at (973) 322-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scala's office located?

    Dr. Scala's offices are located in New Brunswick, NJ, Bloomfield, NJ, and Livingston, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Scala have?

    Dr. Peter Scala is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.