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Dr. Shira Goldberg, MD

Dr. Shira Goldberg, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Internist

Neptune, NJ

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    Who is Dr. Goldberg, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Neptune, NJ?

    Dr. Shira Goldberg, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Goldberg graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Goldberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goldberg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goldberg’s office at (732) 923-6218.

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

    • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    What languages does Dr. Goldberg speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Goldberg typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Goldberg 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. Goldberg. 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:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Goldberg typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shira Goldberg may include:

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

    Does Dr. Goldberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Goldberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 923-6218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Goldberg accept in Neptune, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Goldberg's office located?

    Dr. Shira Goldberg's Primary Practice

    3600 State Route 66 Fl 4

    Neptune, NJ 07753

    (732) 923-6218

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    Dr. Shira Goldberg's Practice 2

    300 2nd Ave Ste 5

    Long Branch, NJ 07740

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    Community Medical Center

    99 Hwy 37 W Community Medical Center

    Toms River, NJ 08755

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

    Dr. Goldberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710181607.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goldberg?

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

    What is Dr. Shira Goldberg's specialty?

    Dr. Goldberg is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Neptune, NJ.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Shira Goldberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Goldberg is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Shira Goldberg accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Shira Goldberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shira Goldberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (732) 923-6218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shira Goldberg?

    Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (732) 923-6218 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Goldberg's office located?

    Dr. Goldberg's offices are located in Neptune, NJ, Long Branch, NJ, and Toms River, NJ.