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Dr. Joseph Eastern, MD

Dr. Joseph Eastern, MD

Clark, NJ

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eastern, Dermatologist in Clark, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Eastern, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Clark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Eastern graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Long Beach Mem Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Eastern is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eastern’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eastern’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Long Beach Mem Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Eastern board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Eastern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Eastern speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Eastern treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Eastern 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. Eastern. 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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Coin-Shaped Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition
    • Discoid eczema
    • Nummular eczema
    • Orbicular eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
    • L300: Nummular dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Irritant Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Irritation
    • Irritant Eczema
    • Skin Inflammation from Contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Itching
    • Pruritus
    • Skin Itch
    • Generalized Itching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L299: Pruritus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hair Follicle Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Follicular Skin Issues
    • Hair Follicle Problems
    • Skin Follicle Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L738: Other specified follicular disorders

    Does Dr. Eastern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eastern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eastern accept in Clark, NJ?

    Dr. Eastern in Clark, 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

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Eastern's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Eastern's Primary Practice

    1075 Central Ave

    Clark, NJ 07066

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    Dr. Joseph Eastern's Practice 2

    703 Kearny Ave

    Kearny, NJ 07032

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    Dr. Joseph Eastern's Practice 3

    36 Newark Ave Ste 214

    Belleville, NJ 07109

    (973) 751-1200

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

    Dr. Eastern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447395991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eastern?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Eastern's specialty?

    Dr. Eastern is a Dermatologist near Clark, NJ. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Eastern to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Eastern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Eastern is affiliated with Clara Maass 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

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    Is Joseph Eastern accepting new patients in Clark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Eastern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Eastern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eastern's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Eastern?

    Please contact Dr. Eastern's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Eastern have?

    Dr. Joseph Eastern is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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