Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farmer, Internist in Camden, NJ?
Dr. Alka Farmer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Camden, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (800) 826-6737.
Is Dr. Farmer board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alka Farmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?
Dr. Farmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Farmer treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Farmer perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alka Farmer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Farmer's office.
Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 826-6737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Camden, NJ?
Dr. Farmer in Camden, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of New Jersey
State of Tennessee
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?
What is Dr. Farmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821207143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farmer
What is Dr. Alka Farmer's specialty?
Dr. Farmer is a Internist near Camden, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Farmer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alka Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Alka Farmer accepting new patients in Camden, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alka Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alka Farmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (800) 826-6737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alka Farmer?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (800) 826-6737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alka Farmer have?
Dr. Alka Farmer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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