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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tolerico, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bayonne, NJ?
Dr. Christopher Tolerico, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bayonne, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Tolerico graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Tolerico is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tolerico’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tolerico’s office at (201) 858-5000.
Where did Dr. Tolerico go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine
Is Dr. Tolerico board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tolerico, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tolerico speak?
Dr. Tolerico and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tolerico typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tolerico 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. Tolerico. 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 here.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Bruise on Head
- Bruises
- Head contusion
- Head bump
- Black and blue mark on head
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tolerico typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Tolerico may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tolerico's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tolerico accept my insurance?
Dr. Tolerico accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 858-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tolerico accept in Bayonne, NJ?
Dr. Tolerico in Bayonne, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tolerico's office located?
Dr. Christopher Tolerico's Primary Practice
29 E 29th St
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 858-5000
What is Dr. Tolerico's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tolerico's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982627451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tolerico?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tolerico
What is Dr. Christopher Tolerico's specialty?
Dr. Tolerico is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bayonne, NJ.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Christopher Tolerico affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tolerico is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Tolerico accepting new patients in Bayonne, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tolerico is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Tolerico offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tolerico's office at (201) 858-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Tolerico?
Please contact Dr. Tolerico's office at (201) 858-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Tolerico have?
Dr. Christopher Tolerico is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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