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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parris, Medical Toxicologist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Mehruba Parris, MD is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. Dr. Parris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parris’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parris’s office at (973) 972-4300.
What languages does Dr. Parris speak?
Dr. Parris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Parris typically treat?
As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Parris 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. Parris. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Parris typically perform?
As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mehruba Parris may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Parris' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Parris accept my insurance?
Dr. Parris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parris accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Parris in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Parris' office located?
What is Dr. Parris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710274766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parris
What is Dr. Mehruba Parris's specialty?
Dr. Parris is a Medical Toxicologist near Newark, NJ.
What does a Medical Toxicologist do?
Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.
Is this Dr. Mehruba Parris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parris is affiliated with St. Joseph's 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
When to see a Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. 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 Mehruba Parris accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Mehruba Parris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehruba Parris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parris's office at (973) 972-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehruba Parris?
Please contact Dr. Parris's office at (973) 972-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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