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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christopher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Neil Christopher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Christopher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christopher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christopher’s office at (551) 996-2000.
What languages does Dr. Christopher speak?
Dr. Christopher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christopher treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christopher 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. Christopher. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Christopher perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Neil Christopher may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christopher's office.
Does Dr. Christopher accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christopher accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Christopher in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gorman-Rupp Co
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of New Jersey
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Christopher's office located?
Dr. Neil Christopher's Primary Practice
30 Prospect Ave
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(551) 996-2000
What is Dr. Christopher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christopher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427287424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christopher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christopher
What is Dr. Neil Christopher's specialty?
Dr. Christopher is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hackensack, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Christopher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Neil Christopher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christopher is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Staten Island University Hospital - North, Mid Coast 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Neil Christopher accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Neil Christopher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Christopher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christopher's office at (551) 996-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Christopher?
Please contact Dr. Christopher's office at (551) 996-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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