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Dr. Joseph Underwood, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Hackensack, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Underwood, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Underwood, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Underwood graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Underwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Underwood’s office at (551) 996-4614.
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    Where did Dr. Underwood go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

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

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Underwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Underwood speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Underwood may include:

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

    Does Dr. Underwood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Underwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-4614 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Underwood in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • Cigna Group

    • Clover Health Holdings

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • MVP Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Underwood's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Underwood's Primary Practice

    30 Prospect Ave

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    (551) 996-4614

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    Dr. Joseph Underwood's Practice 2

    622 W 168th St Ph 1-137

    New York, NY 10032

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

    Dr. Underwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083832430.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Underwood?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Underwood's specialty?

    Dr. Underwood is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hackensack, 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 Dr. Joseph Underwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Underwood 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

    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 Dr. Joseph Underwood accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Underwood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Underwood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (551) 996-4614 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Underwood?

    Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (551) 996-4614 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Underwood's office located?

    Dr. Underwood's offices are located in Hackensack, NJ and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Underwood have?

    Dr. Joseph Underwood is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.