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Dr. James Schiffenhaus, MD

Paterson, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schiffenhaus, Anesthesiologist in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. James Schiffenhaus, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schiffenhaus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schiffenhaus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiffenhaus’s office at (973) 754-2323.

    What languages does Dr. Schiffenhaus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schiffenhaus typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schiffenhaus 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. Schiffenhaus. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Does Dr. Schiffenhaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schiffenhaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Schiffenhaus 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Schiffenhaus' office located?

    Dr. James Schiffenhaus' Primary Practice

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

    (973) 754-2323

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    Dr. James Schiffenhaus' Practice 2

    1305 Walt Whitman Rd

    Melville, NY 11747

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

    Dr. Schiffenhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306372404.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiffenhaus?

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

    What is Dr. James Schiffenhaus's specialty?

    Dr. Schiffenhaus is a Anesthesiologist near Paterson, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. James Schiffenhaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schiffenhaus 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 James Schiffenhaus accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. James Schiffenhaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Schiffenhaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schiffenhaus's office at (973) 754-2323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Schiffenhaus?

    Please contact Dr. Schiffenhaus's office at (973) 754-2323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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