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Dr. Jay Wortzel, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lakewood, NJ

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wortzel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lakewood, NJ?

    Dr. Jay Wortzel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Wortzel graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Overlook Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Wortzel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wortzel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wortzel’s office.

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

    • Residency: Overlook Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery | Atlantic Health (Overlook) Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wortzel board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Wortzel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wortzel speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wortzel typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wortzel 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. Wortzel. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wortzel typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Wortzel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wortzel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wortzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wortzel accept in Lakewood, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wortzel's office located?

    Dr. Jay Wortzel's Primary Practice

    101 2nd St

    Lakewood, NJ 08701

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    Dr. Jay Wortzel's Practice 2

    1433 Hooper Ave Ste 131

    Toms River, NJ 08753

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

    Dr. Wortzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841327129.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wortzel?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Wortzel's specialty?

    Dr. Wortzel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lakewood, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Jay Wortzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wortzel is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Community Medical Center - Toms River, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Jay Wortzel accepting new patients in Lakewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Wortzel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Wortzel offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Wortzel?

    Please contact Dr. Wortzel's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wortzel's office located?

    Dr. Wortzel's offices are located in Lakewood, NJ and Toms River, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Wortzel have?

    Dr. Jay Wortzel is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.