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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Brooks, Internist in Bayonne, NJ?
Dr. Ira Brooks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bayonne, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Brooks graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English and Dutch; Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (201) 437-4073.
Where did Dr. Brooks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine | UMDNJ
Medical School: University Instelling Antwerpen / Faculty of Medicine And Pharmacy | University of Alabama School of Medicine | Universiteit Antwerpen Faculteit Geneeskunde en Gezondheidswetenschappen
What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?
Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch; Flemish
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brooks typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brooks typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ira Brooks 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
Please contact Dr. Brooks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 437-4073 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Bayonne, NJ?
Dr. Brooks in Bayonne, 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437172111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks
What is Dr. Ira Brooks's specialty?
Dr. Brooks is a Internist near Bayonne, NJ.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ira Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Brooks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bayonne Medical Center. 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
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Is Ira Brooks accepting new patients in Bayonne, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ira Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Brooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (201) 437-4073 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ira Brooks?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (201) 437-4073 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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