Dr. James Schlesinger, MD

West Orange, NJ

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Who is Dr. Schlesinger, Specialist in West Orange, NJ?

Dr. James Schlesinger, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schlesinger graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New York University. Dr. Schlesinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlesinger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlesinger’s office at (732) 818-1200.

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

Residency: New York University
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Schlesinger board certified as a Specialist?

Yes, Dr. James Schlesinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

What languages does Dr. Schlesinger speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Schlesinger typically treat?

As a Specialist, Dr. Schlesinger 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. Schlesinger. 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:

Cataract
Cloudy lens
Lens clouding
Eye cloudiness

ICD-10 Codes:

H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

Does Dr. Schlesinger accept my insurance?

Dr. Schlesinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 818-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Schlesinger accept in West Orange, NJ?

Dr. Schlesinger in West Orange, 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)
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Schlesinger's office located?

Dr. James Schlesinger's Primary Practice

475 Prospect Ave

West Orange, NJ 07052

(732) 818-1200

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Dr. James Schlesinger's Practice 2

619 River Dr Fl 1

Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

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

Dr. Schlesinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295753317.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlesinger?

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

What is Dr. James Schlesinger's specialty?

Dr. Schlesinger is a Specialist near West Orange, NJ.

Is Dr. James Schlesinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Schlesinger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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