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Dr. Deborah Bessen, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Pompton Plains, NJ

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bessen, Family Medicine Specialist in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Dr. Deborah Bessen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pompton Plains, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Bessen completed her residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Bessen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bessen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bessen’s office at (973) 889-0200.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Bessen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Bessen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bessen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bessen typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bessen 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. Bessen. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bessen typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bessen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bessen. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Bessen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bessen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 889-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bessen accept in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Dr. Bessen in Pompton Plains, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bessen's office located?

    Dr. Deborah Bessen's Primary Practice

    1 Cedar Crest Village Dr

    Pompton Plains, NJ 07444

    (973) 889-0200

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    Dr. Deborah Bessen's Practice 2

    23 Main St # D1

    Holmdel, NJ 07733

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    Dr. Deborah Bessen's Practice 3

    615 Hope Rd

    Eatontown, NJ 07724

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

    Dr. Bessen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093830978.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bessen?

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

    What is Dr. Deborah Bessen's specialty?

    Dr. Bessen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pompton Plains, NJ.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Deborah Bessen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bessen is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Deborah Bessen accepting new patients in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Bessen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deborah Bessen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bessen's office at (973) 889-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deborah Bessen?

    Please contact Dr. Bessen's office at (973) 889-0200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bessen's office located?

    Dr. Bessen's offices are located in Pompton Plains, NJ, Holmdel, NJ, and Eatontown, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Bessen have?

    Dr. Deborah Bessen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.