
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kolessa, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Alexander Kolessa, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kolessa is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolessa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolessa’s office at (551) 996-1140.
Is Dr. Kolessa board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kolessa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kolessa speak?
Dr. Kolessa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kolessa typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kolessa 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. Kolessa. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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 Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kolessa typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Kolessa may include:
Please contact Dr. Kolessa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kolessa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolessa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-1140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolessa accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Kolessa in Hackensack, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kolessa's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kolessa's Primary Practice
360 Essex St Ste 401
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(551) 996-1140
What is Dr. Kolessa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolessa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902009459.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolessa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolessa
What is Dr. Alexander Kolessa's specialty?
Dr. Kolessa is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Hackensack, NJ.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kolessa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kolessa is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Englewood Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Alexander Kolessa accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kolessa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kolessa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolessa's office at (551) 996-1140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kolessa?
Please contact Dr. Kolessa's office at (551) 996-1140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Kolessa have?
Dr. Alexander Kolessa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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