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Dr. Richard Schweitzer, MD

Mountain Lakes, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schweitzer, Family Medicine Specialist in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Schweitzer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mountain Lakes, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Schweitzer completed his residency at Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Schweitzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schweitzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schweitzer’s office.

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

    • Residency: Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine

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

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

    Yes, Dr. Richard Schweitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schweitzer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Schweitzer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schweitzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schweitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schweitzer accept in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schweitzer's office located?

    Bldg B

    100 US Highway 46 E Ste 204

    Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

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    What hospitals are Dr. Schweitzer affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Schweitzer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Schweitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194746560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schweitzer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Schweitzer's specialty?

    Dr. Schweitzer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mountain Lakes, 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. Richard Schweitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schweitzer 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 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. Richard Schweitzer accepting new patients in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Schweitzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Schweitzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schweitzer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Schweitzer?

    Please contact Dr. Schweitzer's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schweitzer's office located?

    Dr. Schweitzer's office is located in Mountain Lakes, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Schweitzer have?

    Dr. Richard Schweitzer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.