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Dr. Amy Schecter, MD
West Caldwell, NJ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schecter, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in West Caldwell, NJ?
Dr. Amy Schecter, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in West Caldwell, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schecter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schecter’s office at (973) 826-9226.
What languages does Dr. Schecter speak?
Dr. Schecter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Schecter typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Schecter 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. Schecter. 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:
- Unspecified Breastfeeding Problems
- Breastfeeding
- Lactation issues
- Breast milk problems
- Breastfeeding difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- O9270: Unspecified disorders of lactation
Also known as:
- Lip Malformation at Birth
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Mouth Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Lip Birth Defect
- Abnormal Lip Shape
- Congenital Lip Anomaly
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q380: Congenital malformations of lips, not elsewhere classified
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Low Milk Supply
- Breastfeeding
- Insufficient milk production
- Hypolactation
- Milk supply issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- O924: Hypogalactia
Also known as:
- Breastfeeding Care
- Breastfeeding
- Postpartum Care
- Lactation Support
- Nursing Mother Check-up
- Breastfeeding Consultation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z391: Encounter for care and examination of lactating mother
Also known as:
- Newborn Difficulty Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Baby trouble nursing
- Neonatal feeding issues at breast
- Infant breastfeeding problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P925: Neonatal difficulty in feeding at breast
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Schecter typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Schecter 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. Schecter. 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:
- Frenum Removal
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
- Frenectomy
- Frenulectomy
- Lip tie release
- Tongue tie release
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
- Tongue Frenum Excision
- Ankyloglossia Release
CPT Codes:
- 40819: Excision of frenum, labial or buccal (frenumectomy, frenulectomy, frenectomy)
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
- 41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)
Also known as:
- Caregiver Health Risk Assessment
- Caregiver Depression Screening
- Caregiver Burden Assessment
- Family Health Risk Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 96161: Administration of caregiver-focused health risk assessment instrument (eg, depression inventory) for the benefit of the patient, with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument
Does Dr. Schecter accept my insurance?
Dr. Schecter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 826-9226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schecter accept in West Caldwell, NJ?
Dr. Schecter in West Caldwell, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schecter's office located?
Dr. Amy Schecter's Primary Practice
1140 Bloomfield Ave Ste 216
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
(973) 826-9226
What is Dr. Schecter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schecter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558480442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schecter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schecter
What is Dr. Amy Schecter's specialty?
Dr. Schecter is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near West Caldwell, NJ.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Amy Schecter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schecter is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amy Schecter accepting new patients in West Caldwell, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Amy Schecter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Schecter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schecter's office at (973) 826-9226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Schecter?
Please contact Dr. Schecter's office at (973) 826-9226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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