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Who is Dr. Arumugam, Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Dena Arumugam, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Arumugam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arumugam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arumugam’s office.
What languages does Dr. Arumugam speak?
Dr. Arumugam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Arumugam treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Arumugam 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. Arumugam. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E668: Other obesity
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Localized Lump or Swelling
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Skin Nodule
- Localized Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Arumugam perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Dena Arumugam may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Arumugam's office.
Does Dr. Arumugam accept my insurance?
Dr. Arumugam 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. Arumugam accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Arumugam in Hackensack, 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
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of New Jersey
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Where is Dr. Arumugam's office located?
What is Dr. Arumugam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arumugam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831401553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arumugam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arumugam
What is Dr. Dena Arumugam's specialty?
Dr. Arumugam is a Surgeon near Hackensack, NJ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Arumugam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dena Arumugam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arumugam is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University 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 Dena Arumugam accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Dena Arumugam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dena Arumugam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arumugam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dena Arumugam?
Please contact Dr. Arumugam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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