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Dr. Ruth Lamm, MD

Paterson, NJ

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lamm, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Ruth Lamm, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Lamm is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lamm’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lamm’s office at (973) 754-4399.

    Is Dr. Lamm board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lamm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lamm speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lamm typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lamm 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. Lamm. 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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lamm typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Lamm may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lamm's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lamm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lamm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-4399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lamm accept in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Lamm in Paterson, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lamm's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Lamm's Primary Practice

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

    (973) 754-4399

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

    Dr. Lamm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972624302.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lamm?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Lamm's specialty?

    Dr. Lamm is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Paterson, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Lamm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lamm 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Ruth Lamm accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lamm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Lamm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lamm's office at (973) 754-4399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Lamm?

    Please contact Dr. Lamm's office at (973) 754-4399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Lamm have?

    Dr. Ruth Lamm is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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