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Dr. Tova Appleson, DO

Hackensack, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Appleson, Pediatrician in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Tova Appleson, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Appleson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appleson’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appleson’s office at (847) 990-5450.

    What languages does Dr. Appleson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Appleson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Appleson 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. Appleson. 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 Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Appleson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Tova Appleson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Appleson's office.

    Does Dr. Appleson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Appleson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 990-5450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Appleson accept in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Appleson 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Appleson's office located?

    Dr. Tova Appleson's Primary Practice

    30 Prospect Ave

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    (847) 990-5450

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    Dr. Tova Appleson's Practice 2

    1801 W Taylor St Ste 2E

    Chicago, IL 60612

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    Dr. Tova Appleson's Practice 3

    801 S Milwaukee Ave

    Libertyville, IL 60048

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

    Dr. Appleson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306188008.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appleson?

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

    What is Dr. Tova Appleson's specialty?

    Dr. Appleson is a Pediatrician near Hackensack, NJ. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Appleson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tova Appleson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Appleson is affiliated with Hackensack 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Tova Appleson accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Tova Appleson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tova Appleson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Appleson's office at (847) 990-5450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tova Appleson?

    Please contact Dr. Appleson's office at (847) 990-5450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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